mythology Archives

The Hammer of Thor: A Weather Folklore

In Norse mythology, thunderstorms were believed to be caused by the god Thor riding into battle. Learn more!

Taurus is the second constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “bull.” Learn more!

Centaurus is an ancient constellation and one of the largest and brightest constellations in the sky. Learn more about this half-man/half-horse.

The ancient Greeks believed there were four wind gods — one representing each cardinal direction — each with a personality of his own. Learn more.

Before we knew what caused the cycle of seasons, the ancient Greeks had their own explanation. Learn more!

Pisces is the twelfth constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “fishes.” Learn more!

Before we knew about hypothermia, the ancient Japanese blamed an evil snow woman spirit. Learn more!

Aquarius is the eleventh constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “water bearer.” Learn more!

Neptune is the eighth, and farthest, planet in our Solar System. Learn more about the mysterious “Blue Planet.”

Capricorn is the tenth constellation of the zodiac. Its name is the Latin word meaning “horned goat.” Learn more about this sign.