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Myth and mythologies - Relish Folkore
Scarlet Woman

The red clothes worn by Hindu brides are associated with "scarlet women" in Christianity

Symbol of Purity

The white clothes that represent virginity and purity in the Christian mythosphere are associated with spirituality and otherworldliness in the Hindu mythosphere; are restricted to monks, priests, and widows; and do not form part of household rituals.

Symbol of Virility

The goat, the symbol of virility that is sacrificed to the Hindu Goddess, is the symbol of the devil in the biblical worldview.

Yoginis

The yoginis of Hinduism, who are handmaidens of the Goddess and are wild erotic creatures, recall the witches coven of the Christian mythosphere.

Pentagram

The pentagram is the symbol of Lakshmi, Hindu goddess of wealth, and Shukra, guru of demons, and is associated with Venus, wealth, fertility, creativity, and erotic power in Hindu astrology, but is considered the mark of the devil in Christianity.

Dark drinker of the blood

'described in Western literature as the "dark drinker of blood" and is associated with witchcraft.

The Serpent

The serpent, which is associated with earth's fertility and occult wisdom in Hinduism, is considered a manifestation of the devil in biblical traditions.

Swastika

To the Western eye the swastika is the symbol of Hitler and the Holocaust. To Hindus it is associated with auspiciousness and fertility.

Demon

Demon in Judeo-Christian-Islamic Paradigm is Evil being who opposes God but in Hindu Paradigm Demon is a Being who lives under-ground in bejeweled cities, fights gods, and possess the secret of rejuvenation

Gods

Gods in Judeo-Christian-Islamic Paradigm False deities worshipped by nonbelievers and pagans whereas in Hindu Paradigm Celestial beings who live above ground or in the skies, fight demons, and have consumed the elixir of immortality

Heaven

Heaven in Judeo-Christian-Islamic Paradigm is Kingdom of God and final destination of saved souls whereas in Hindu Paradigm it is Resplendent realms that exist above the earth and are inhabited by sages and gods; temporary abode of those who have accumulated good karma

Sin

Sin in Judeo-Christian-Islamic Paradigm is Transgression of divine law whereas in Hindu Paradigm it is Actions with unfavorable reactions

Restore Youth

Serpents can renew their youth because they have rolled on grass stained by the elixir of immortality.

Resurrection

A demon can die, but can also be resurrected because he possesses the secret of reviving the dead.

Draupadi's marriage

Shiva was pleased with Draupadi's devotion and offered her any-thing she wanted. Draupadi wanted a husband with five qualities. "I want a husband who is noble, who is strong, who is a skilled warrior, who is handsome, and who is wise," she said. Shiva misunderstood her wish and said: "So be it. You will have five such husbands."

Hiranyaksha

Once a demon called Hiranyaksha dragged the earth under the sea. Vishnu took the form of a boar, plunged into the sea, killed the demon, and rescued the earth. As Vishnu rose up from the bottom of the sea he embraced the earth passionately. The embrace caused the earth to fold, and thus mountains came into being.

Zeus

In Greek mythology, the god Zeus was known for his power and his ability to control the weather.

Thor

In Norse mythology, the god Thor was known for his strength and his hammer, Mjolnir.

Isis

In Egyptian mythology, the goddess Isis was known for her magical powers and her role as a protector of the dead.

Mars

In Roman mythology, Mars was the god of war and one of the most important Roman gods.

Vishnu

In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is considered as the preserver of the universe and is one of the most important gods in Hinduism.

Amaterasu

In Japanese mythology, Amaterasu is the goddess of the sun and the ancestor of the imperial family.

Athena

In Greek mythology, Athena is the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts.

Medusa

In Greek mythology, Medusa was a monster with snakes for hair whose gaze could turn people to stone.

Nuwa

In Chinese mythology, Nuwa is the goddess who created mankind and is also considered as the mother of all Chinese people.

Loki

In Norse mythology, Loki is a trickster god known for his cunning and mischief.

Minotaur

In Greek mythology, the Minotaur is a creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man that was said to live in the Labyrinth.

Anubis

In Egyptian mythology, Anubis is the god of embalming and the dead, he is also associated with funerary rites and mummification.

Furies

In Greek mythology, the Furies were female spirits of vengeance and retribution.

Jupiter

In Roman mythology, Jupiter is the king of the gods, and the god of the sky and thunder.

Vishnu

In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is known as the preserver of the universe.

Amaterasu

In Japanese mythology, the goddess Amaterasu is the goddess of the sun and the ancestor of the Imperial Household of Japan.

Jade Emperor

In Chinese mythology, the Jade Emperor is the ruler of all gods and the universe.

Minotaur

In Greek mythology, the Minotaur is a creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man.

Ragnarok

In Norse mythology, Ragnarok is the end of the world, where the gods will fall in battle.

Anubis

In Egyptian mythology, the god Anubis is the god of mummification and the afterlife.

Cyclops

In Greek mythology, the Cyclops are a race of giant one-eyed monsters.

Loki

In Norse mythology, Loki is the god of fire and mischief.

Hathor

In Egyptian mythology, the goddess Hathor is the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility.

Hydra

In Greek mythology, the Hydra is a serpent-like creature with multiple heads.

Valkyries

In Norse mythology, the Valkyries are female figures who choose who will die in battle and escort the chosen to Valhalla.

Horus

In Egyptian mythology, the god Horus is the god of the sky, war, and protection.

Centaur

In Greek mythology, the centaur is a creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.

Giants

In Norse mythology, the giants are a race of powerful beings who live in Jotunheim.

Set

In Egyptian mythology, the god Set is the god of chaos, violence, and deserts.

Harpies

In Greek mythology, the Harpies are winged monsters with the heads of women.

Odin

In Norse mythology, the god Odin is the king of the gods and the god of wisdom, war, and death.

Ra

In Egyptian mythology, the god Ra is the god of the sun and the creator of the world.

Gorgons

In Greek mythology, the Gorgons are female monsters with snakes for hair.

Frey

In Norse mythology, the god Frey is the god of fertility, wealth, and peace.

Maat

In Egyptian mythology, the goddess Maat is the goddess of order, justice, and truth.

Sphinx

In Greek mythology, the Sphinx is a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human.

Heimdall

In Norse mythology, the god Heimdall is the guardian of the Bifrost

The Sami People

The Sami are the indigenous people of northern Europe and have their own mythology.

Northern Lights

The Sami believed the northern lights were a sign of their gods and goddesses dancing in the sky.

Meadow Louse

Meadow Louse was a Sami god who was responsible for creating the world.

Antervasara

Antervasara was the goddess of childbirth and protector of children.

Sieidi

Sieidi were sacred stones, trees, or other natural objects that were believed to be inhabited by spirits.

Beaivi

The god of the sea was Beaivi, the Sami sun god.

Horagalles

The Sami believed in a powerful sky god called Horagalles.

Huldufólk

The Sami believed in a race of giant creatures called huldufólk.

Sáiva

The Sami believed that their ancestors lived in an underground world called Sáiva.

Nääs

The Sami believed that the souls of the dead went to a place called Nääs.