The Kalevala, a poetic epic filled with myth, reflects the shared roots between Finnish and Karelian cultures.
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The harpies were not nice people. They existed in myth to dish out punishments from the gods.
No matter how often you think of Ancient Rome, there is a good chance TV producers are doing so even more often.
Greek epic poetry often uses mothers and wives to humanize its heroes, reminding listeners of the meaning of sacrifice.
Epic poetry tends to be seen as highbrow, while action films are regarded as puerile and brutish. But the two share an affinity for dressing up brutal deaths with rhetorical flair.
Many Indian Americans will be celebrating the festival of Diwali soon. A scholar of Asian religion explains what this festival of lights means – especially in chaotic times.
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Assistant Professor in Philosophy and Religious Studies, Texas State University
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