Fables and Folklore

The Romans borrowed the Greek word for griffin. It appeared in Latin in as gryps (genitive gryphis) and as gryphus (genitive gryphi), both masculine.

Yes, in the Uncle Remus stories, Br'er Fox tricks Br'er Rabbit into getting caught in a bramble bush as part of his schemes to outwit him.

In Homer's "Odyssey," there are several female characters who may be seen as threats or obstacles to Odysseus, such as the nymph Calypso, the sorceress Circe, and the sirens. Additionally, the goddess Athena plays a significant role in the story, sometimes aiding Odysseus and other times posing challenges for him.

There is no scientific evidence to support the existence of mermaids. Many reported sightings can be attributed to misidentified marine animals or hoaxes. Mermaids are mythological creatures that have captured human imagination for centuries.

Hera cursed Echo to only be able to repeat the last words spoken to her, as a punishment for distracting her while Zeus was with another nymph. This left Echo unable to speak of her own accord, and she could only echo the words of others.

The riastrad is a battle frenzy that comes over Cú Chulainn to enhance his strength, speed, and ferocity in combat. It is a transformation that allows him to perform extraordinary feats and overcome his enemies with exceptional skill and power.

The ROSE AND THE NIGHTINGALE is a fairy tale in which characters from nature speak and understand humans, the whole story is about nightingale and her journey in search of the red rose. The nightingale can speak and understand the feelings of the boy who wish red rose for his love while the three characters from nature, Green Lizard, a Butterfly and a Daisy make fun of the boy's feeling. The nightingale moves from one place to another in search of red rose in the garden. The whole nature is in movement and responses to the nightingale and trees also speak and answer the nightingale.

The first two trees refuse nightingale and say that their roses are white and yellow and sent her to the third rose tree. The third tree is red rose tree but it can not produce red rose because it is under the influence of winter. The red rose can be produced through the blood of heart of the nightingale. The nightingale sacrificed herself for sake of red rose. She also sacrificed her melodious songs. She sacrificed herself for the desire of the boy. She sacrificed herself to give rebirth to the whole nature. The character of the Nightingale in the story is very interesting. She is the protagonist of this story, the valiant heroine who sacrifices her life at the altar of love. However, ultimately her sacrifice goes in vain, as the fruit of her singing, the red rose, meets an untimely end in a gutter. The Nightingale marvels at the Student's longing for his love, and so she relents to give up her life. This act of sacrifice instantly reminds of the connect between the Nightingale. However, as we shall see, the rose's symbolism is far more complex.

The most romantic and loving character is of course this sweet little bird who helps a poor student to get his chance with the girl of his dreams. This beautiful creature lacks humanity, but sure has a lot she can teach this young student. Not only does she sacrifice her own life for the one thing she thinks is important, but she also truly understands what love actually is. It is not just an emotion it is almost a way of life, an obsession. It can make you feel wonderful, but can also destroy you quite easily. The nightingale didn't even know the student until she heard his story and she still did all she could to help him fulfill his deepest desire. The poor little bird went far and wide to find a single red rose, which she had to make herself with her very own blood and in the end; she literally was thrown away and crushed by a passing cart.

The nightingale is the true lover, if there is one. She, at least, is Romance, and the Student and the girl are, like most of us, unworthy of Romance. So, at least, it seems to me, but I like to fancy that there may be many meanings in the tale, for in writing it I did not start with an idea and clothe it in form, but began with a form and strove to make it beautiful enough to have many secrets and many answers

The plot is easy to summarize. A young Student is infatuated by the daughter of a Professor. She promises to dance with him till dawn at the Prince's ball if the Student will bring her a red rose. But in his garden there are no red roses. The Nightingale, who night after night romantically sings of such love as she believes she now sees demonstrated, is moved to provide the red rose so as to facilitate the love between the Student and the young woman. Whereas the Prince in the previous story had spoken of the Mystery of Misery, the Nightingale here is struck by "the mystery of Love". Following the typical pattern of threes, she goes to three rose trees asking for a red rose. The first bares only white roses, the second only yellow ones. The third is indeed a red rose tree, but because of a harsh winter cannot bare any roses.

The Tree tells her: "If you want a red rose you must build it out of music by moonlight, and stain it with your own heart's blood. You must sing to me with your breast against a thorn. All night long you must sing to me, and the thorn must pierce your heart, and your life-blood must flow into my veins, and become mine."

The style of the language that Oscar Wilde applied is tactful in The Nightingale and the Rose. Oscar Wilde has set a brilliant example of achieving the delicate harmony between the language and his own artistic view. For Oscar Wilde the purest art is worthy of his life and is the highest in society.

A myth typically ends with a resolution or conclusion to the story or lesson being told. This may involve the triumph of a hero, the punishment of a villain, or the explanation of a natural phenomenon. Myths often conclude by reinforcing cultural values or beliefs.

From a mythical stand point a goblin is technically a faerie so cold iron would be effective in killing them.

The Babylonian Empire lasted from 1894 BC to 539 BC, spanning a total of 1355 years. It went through different periods of power and influence, with notable rulers like Hammurabi and Nebuchadnezzar contributing to its strength and prominence in ancient Mesopotamia.

Estimates for the size of King Arthur's army vary in historical sources and literature, but it is generally believed to have been a few thousand soldiers at most. The legendary King Arthur was said to have led a relatively small force, relying more on strategy, skill, and valor rather than sheer numbers.

No, you cannot accurately determine your age by looking at your hand. Age is determined by a number of factors such as birthdate, lifestyle habits, genetics, and overall health, not by the appearance of your hand.

Because at the end, it has a lesson to teach children what not to do and what to do. For example: Take snow white.The evil gave an poisonous apple to snow white because she got jealous of her beauty. The moral for this is:

Never talk to strangers and take anything from them. You never know what it could be.

Yes, Nibiru is a myth. Supporters of the Nibiru cataclysm cult and its variations often claim that the scientific community's denial of its existence is some sort of cover up. However, there is no evidence of Nibiru's existence beyond the word of a possibly mentally imbalanced "psychic" named Nancy Lieder, who claimed that Nibiru was going to crash into Earth in May 2003. She also suggested that people put down and eat their pets. When Nibiru failed to crash into Earth, or appear at all, she withdrew her claim, and said that she made it in the first place to throw off the government. Her reasoning is that if the world's governments were to know of the actual date of the Nibiru disaster, they would be able to enforce martial law, and would keep citizens from somehow escaping the disaster, all part of some grand conspiracy. There is no evidence of the rational mind to support such claims.

I bought a gnome for my backyard yesterday in the flower shop. For some reason they sell flowers ad gnomes there.

Amber Poole is the daughter of famed potter Don Poole who passed away suddenly a few years ago. Amber Poole is a very talented potter. Amber carries on her fathers style with her with her touches. Amber Poole has a studio in Tacumseh, Oklahoma. Amber does not have a web site or an e-mail. She shows at arts and crafts shows and a few boutiques. Zia's Unique gifts in Fairhope, Ala carries Amber Poole potery. Amber Poole pottery is food safe, microwavable and oven proof.

No, a cattail is not an animal, it is a plant. Animal folklore typically refers to stories, myths, or legends that feature animals as characters or have animals as the main focus.

In Greek mythology, a legend typically refers to a story based on historical events or figures, such as the Trojan War or the deeds of Hercules. On the other hand, a myth usually involves supernatural beings or events that explain natural phenomena, the origins of the world, or the actions of the gods, like the story of Demeter and Persephone. Both legends and myths are important parts of Greek mythology but serve slightly different purposes in storytelling.

Opinion: No human possesses knowledge of this.

So the answer is NO, as an Idea created by man can be no deeper than the sum of his knowledge combined.

Yes, Heaven is very real and many humans do possess that knowledge of this and have so since the beginning of humankind.

That you are near trouble.

It's the first time I've heard that proverb, but I would think that its meaning is similar to, "uneasy lies the head that wears the crown". Suggesting that conditions, although peaceful at this moment, could change in a heartbeat.

Disney's "Aladdin" has performed better in the box office and DVD sales than "The Little Mermaid." That and the fact that the Genie could probably magic away Ariel's singing voice leads me to believe that Genies are better than mermaids any day.

Ikemefuna is courageous, resilient, and independent. He demonstrates bravery in unfamiliar situations, adapts to his circumstances, and maintains a strong sense of self amidst challenges.

The kraken is not based on Greek myth, but rather on Scandinavian folklore. It is a legendary sea monster often depicted as a colossal octopus or squid that terrorizes sailors in the North Atlantic Ocean.

In Greek mythology, Icarus is the flyer known for flying too close to the sun, resulting in his wax wings melting and him falling into the sea.