Deities

This article examines the Germanic goddess Eostre (also known as Ostara), exploring the limited historical documentation of this deity found primarily in the writings of Venerable Bede and later interpretations by Jacob Grimm.

This article provides an overview of Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent deity of Aztec and Toltec traditions, examining the etymology of his Nahuatl name, archaeological evidence of his worship dating from the Olmec period through Mesoamerican civilizations, and the mythological narratives surrounding his birth and divine attributes.

This article examines Saturn (Saturnus), the ancient Roman deity associated with agriculture, seed-sowing, wealth, seasonal cycles, and the passage of time, tracing his origins, mythological narratives, and cultural significance in Roman religious practice.

This article examines Selene, the ancient Greek Titan goddess and personification of the Moon, providing an overview of her mythological origins, epithets, iconography, familial relationships, and romantic narratives within classical sources. Drawing from texts including Hesiod’s *Theogony*, the Homeric and Orphic Hymns, and works by Pausanias and Nonnus, the piece traces varying genealogical accounts and explores Selene’s enduring love affair with the mortal shepherd Endymion.

This article examines the Charities (Kharities), ancient Greek goddesses associated with charm, beauty, creativity, and the pleasurable aspects of communal celebration. Drawing on classical sources including Hesiod, Pausanias, and Homer, the text explores regional variations in the goddesses’ number, names, and parentage, while detailing their mythological associations with major Olympian deities such as Aphrodite, Apollo, and Dionysus.