Why was Peacock declared the national bird of India on Feb 1, 1963
India's national bird, the peacock, was chosen in 1963 for its cultural significance, striking beauty, and widespread presence. Associated with Hindu deities and myths, it represents elegance and ...
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As We Enter the Year of the Snake, Let’s Revisit the Serpent’s Starring Role in Art
From mythical guardians to symbols of transformation and terror, the snake has slithered its way into the annals of art ...
A Recurring Figure In Art, The Fool Has A Lot To Show About Power (And You Can See It All At The Louvre)
From medieval psalters to the oils of Gustave Courbet, the Louvre has organized one of the most comprehensive surveys of a ...
Sacred strokes of color on foreheads are a major display of Hinduism at India’s Maha Kumbh festival
The pilgrims come and go as strangers. They march like a sea of people, walking toward the spot where they take holy baths, ...
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Was Olympus, Gods’ Abode, a Mountain or Divine Realm in Ancient Greek Belief?
Ancient Greeks saw Olympus as a divine realm of Zeus and the gods, not a mountain. Its link to Mount Olympus emerged in later traditions.
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7 Surprising Similarities Between Hindu Mythology and Greek Legends
When reflecting on Hindu mythology and Greek legends, you might picture two completely separate worlds, each with its unique ...