The African continent is full of traces of numerous cultures that are little known, but their heritage hints at their former greatness. Nok is one such culture. It was located in present-day Nigeria, between the Niger and Benue rivers. It is believed to have lasted from 500 BC to 200 AD. It was named after … Read more
One old Nordic song, Voluspa or Vision of the Prophetess (written in the 12th century), speaks about the birth and life of the universe, as well as its end. At the very beginning, when the prophetess mentions a time when there was no land, sea, or sky – only the primal void from which everything … Read more
From distant, almost forgotten times of Greek tradition, traces of Orphic mysteries and teachings have reached us. Many past centuries transformed their founder into a mythical divine singer with a miraculous voice and a lyre in his hand, who enchanted everyone with his music. Through the myth connecting him with Eurydice, Orpheus inspired many artists … Read more
