Ancient Athens celebrated the Spring Equinox as one of the most important feasts, a celebration of resurrection following death.

Over midterm break, Dr. Kathryn Caliva Smart, assistant professor of History, presented a paper at The Goddess at the Crossing Place, a conference hosted by the Department of Humanities at Marshall ...

Not only were ancient sculptures multi-colored, they were also scented with perfumes, oils, and flower arrangements.

The handful animal ghosts in the ancient world are often depicted not as friendly visitors but as mere tools for humans – and ...

The ancient Greeks deeply believed in the power of curses and their ability to influence the lives of individuals and even ...

For centuries, scientists have known that the white marble statues from ancient Greece and Rome were once painted with rich […] ...

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For centuries, historians and linguists have been searching for the cradle of the Indo-Europeans, an ancient people who shaped history and created the world’s largest language family ...

Cats have long held a special place in the hearts of humans. Their mysterious nature, grace, and independence have made them subjects of fascination across cultures and time. From the sacred temples ...

The fascination with ancient Greek goddesses stems from their captivating tales of ... Through her teachings, she emphasises the value of family, community, and the bonds that unite us. Hecate, the ...

This photo provided by João Zilhão shows forearm bone fragments belonging to an ancient child that appeared to have features from both humans and Neanderthals. (João Zilhão via AP) 33,571 ...

Outside of the West, ancient folklore detailing the positive connotations of black cats still survives. For instance, parts of Japan, England, Scotland, Ireland, and other areas in Europe have ...