There are many fairies that appear all over the world in folklore. They have different natures and forms but they all have some traits in common; they are small, numerous in number and are guardians of nature. Most are shy and are rarely seen by man. People tend to give offerings to the fairies such as the first food you have produced or grown (except meat). Fairies will accept these offerings and be benevolent to humans. The word ‘fairy’ comes from the Latin ‘fatum’ meaning ‘fate’. This is because the early fairies would preside over the new born people of this world and either predict their fate or give them gifts that they would need in life. . . . → Read More: Fairies from Old World Myth
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Dragons are perhaps the most common and well known mythical beast who spans the all the mythologies of the world. They are all large reptilian creatures with scaled bodies. Some are predacious to man and usually have an appetite for young maidens. The appearance of the Dragon varies from culture to culture. Its head is sometimes reptilian while in India it sometimes has the head of a lion or an elephant or even a bird of prey. In the Middle East Dragons are completely serpentine with spikes across their body like Bashmu and Mushassu. Dragons can be green, blue, red yellow, black or white. They guard treasure and live in caves or ruins. Some like the Dragon Kings of Chinese belief live in underwater palaces. Other Dragons live in the desert or in the woods. They live in virtually all environments! The image of the Dragon is well known and throughout history it is gloriously presented on coats of arms, banners, in costumes, book decorations and in carvings. . . . → Read More: Dragons and Ancient Beliefs For thousands of years tales of miraculous spring waters able to restore one’s youth have been shared around the campfire, the hookah, the feast table and the carafe. During the 16th century Juan Ponce de Leon searched the uncharted lands of Florida and surrounding waters for the supposed Fountain of Youth. There is no documentation to prove or disprove his findings, other than the fact that he is no longer alive. However, it is because of his search that the Spanish first came to know of what is now Florida and lay claim to it. . . . → Read More: Florida’s Fountain of Youth The history of Hawaii is comprised of aboriginal populations and culture, colonial influences and extreme environmental changes. Consequently the folklore of Hawaii is deeply affected by these components. No one will ever know if the legends are true or if the myths are based on fact, but they sure are entertaining! . . . → Read More: Hawaiian Folklore and Legends History plays a large part in forming the landscape of every nation, both geographically and culturally. Every ethnic group that spends time on a piece of land will leave its mark, just like an earthquake or hurricane leaves evidence of activity. In that light, stories are told and retold from generation to generation; stories about the people, the land, and the sea. For historians it is the folktales that teach the most about cultural and spiritual traditions. Ancient artifacts play a role as well, but often experts are left guessing. It is the folklore that always tells the real story. . . . → Read More: The Tradition of Jamaican Storytelling Bigfoot is a tall, hairy, ape-like biped being that likes to reside away from persons in wooded places or mountains. There have been Bigfoot sightings for countless years. . . . → Read More: Bigfoot Legends, Tales, Meaning Since as far back as anyone can remember, people of young and old have been captivated by the realm beyond the natural eye, the supernatural world of mystical and magical beings. Fantastical tales passed down through the generations tell stories of beings belonging only to the realm of the imagination: creatures with wings, merpeople who have scaly tails and live deep under the sea and mischievous imps who play tricks and cause trouble. Through the art of sculpting and artwork, artists and creatives continue to capture the essence and magic of these creatures in cherished and sought-after fairies collectibles. . . . → Read More: Fairies Collectibles – A Hint Of Enchantment |
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