Erlik: God of the Underworld in Turkic Mythology

Origin and Creation of Erlik Associated with darkness and chaos, the god of the underworld, Erlik (Old Turkic: 𐰀𐰼𐰠𐰃𐰚), also known as Erlik Khan, is one of the most powerful and fearsome beings in Turkic mythology. His father is Kayra, the god of creation,

Perfume in Ancient Times

In prehistoric times when people were intertwined with nature, one day, under the deep blue cover of the sky, a Paleolithic person came across a fragrant flower while walking in the depths of the forest. The flower smelled so good that a wave of

Mabon: Autumn Equinox and Pagan Traditions

What is Mabon? Mabon is a festival in pagan and Wiccan belief systems that coincides with the autumnal equinox. It is often associated with seasonal changes and the natural cycles that follow. At its core is a sense of gratitude for nature’s generosity and

Violence in Prehistoric Societies

Violence in prehistoric societies is one of the darkest and most complex puzzles in our past. Fossils and stone tools show that these ancient societies not only hunted, but also sometimes tried to resolve their conflicts with violent actions. So how common was violence

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