by Ingrid Elfver | Gods and Goddesses | Mythological Places
Introduction: Why the Duat Matters In the heart of Egyptian mythology lies the Duat, the mysterious underworld where souls journeyed after death. Unlike a place of eternal punishment, the Duat was a realm of trial, transformation, and renewal, ruled by deities like...
by Ingrid Elfver | Gods and Goddesses | Mythological Places
Introduction: Why Avalon Matters Few places in Celtic mythology and Arthurian legend hold as much mystique as Avalon—the enchanted isle of healing, otherworldly wisdom, and eternal beauty. Shrouded in mist and story, Avalon is remembered as the place where Excalibur...
by Ingrid Elfver | Gods and Goddesses | Mythological Places
Introduction: Why Yggdrasil Still Matters In the heart of Norse cosmology stands Yggdrasil, the immense ash tree that connects the Nine Realms. Known as the World Tree, Yggdrasil is the cosmic axis, binding heaven, earth, and the underworld together. It is a symbol of...