Ancient Ladies of War
The vision of heavily armed men has become so heavily associated with the art of war that at this point it has become a cliché. So much so that, despite … Continue reading Ancient Ladies of War
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The Beginning of the World, the Pain and Separation of the Divine Family
n Maori mythology, Ranginui and Papatūānuku are the sky father and the earth mother. They lie locked together in a tight embrace. Their many children, the gods, are therefore forced to live in the cramped darkness between them. These children always dreamed of living in the light. When they grew up, Tumatauenga, the god of war and fiercest of the children, proposes that the best solution to their predicament is to kill their parents.
Huitzilopochli: the Birth of a War God
… the spirit of her unborn infant came and spoke to her and gave her words of encouragement, soothing her troubled heart.
Titillatio: A Brief Mythology, Ancient History and Philosophy of Tickling
Aristotle defined man as a rational and political animal. But there are also passages in his work that indicate another less remarked upon definition. In Parts of Animals, he writes, … Continue reading Titillatio: A Brief Mythology, Ancient History and Philosophy of Tickling
Me and History (Part 2) – Phil Turner: History is All Around Me
I am very happy to be able to get writers and bloggers, David Leonhardt and Phil Turner‘s, contribution for “Me and History” – They both talk about the light and … Continue reading Me and History (Part 2) – Phil Turner: History is All Around Me
Me and History (Part 1) – David Leonhardt: Only Storytellers Should Teach History
Some time ago, I conducted a group interview on how to make history interesting to learn . The interview was very well received, and I personally learned a great deal. … Continue reading Me and History (Part 1) – David Leonhardt: Only Storytellers Should Teach History
Now on Kindle: “Introduction to Mahabharata: Lessons on Life and Businesses”
Following the successful launch of the online course by the same name, “Introduction to Mahabharata: Lessons on Life and Businesses” is now available in eBook form. We seldom look at … Continue reading Now on Kindle: “Introduction to Mahabharata: Lessons on Life and Businesses”
