Libra is the only constellation in the zodiac that symbolizes an object rather than a person. Libra depicts the scales of Astraea, the goddess associated with Virgo in ancient Greece. In her hands is the opportunity for justice and fairness. In her realm individuals are tried on their own merit, by their deeds, thoughts, and… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Libra by Flossie Benton Rogers
Category: Mythic Monday
Mythology and folklore.
Mythic Monday: 13 Rare Halloween Spooks by Flossie Benton Rogers
It’s almost that splendidly spooky time of year, Halloween, and a chance to scare ourselves with a few creepy creatures! Don’t go out of your way to find these haints, though. In fact, it’s best to give them a wide berth. Pontianak – a female vengeance demon who was once a woman that died while… Continue reading Mythic Monday: 13 Rare Halloween Spooks by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: 7 Secrets of Thoth by Flossie Benton Rogers
One of the oldest of the Egyptian gods, Thoth is the beneficent deity who brought civilization to ancient Egypt. He is known as the god of magic, healing, and wisdom. He bestowed the gift of writing, and scribes owed their allegiance to him. He also invented medicine and other refinements that helped ancient Egypt develop… Continue reading Mythic Monday: 7 Secrets of Thoth by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: Chakra Gemstones by Flossie Benton Rogers
What’s your favorite gemstone? Mine is jade, especially the intense green varieties known as imperial and kingfisher jade. My mother surprised me with the ring on the right on my 16th birthday, and a few years ago my husband lovingly gave me the one on the left surrounded by tiny peridot and white topaz. With… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Chakra Gemstones by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: The Boobrie by Flossie Benton Rogers
Not to be confused with a Kelpie, the Boobrie is a Scottish fae that possesses the wondrous ability to shapeshift into a water horse. Since the Boobrie salivates at the thought of cows and fat lambs—its favorite snacks, along with succulent otters, ships transporting barnyard animals along the coast of Scotland risk being accosted.… Continue reading Mythic Monday: The Boobrie by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: Virgo the Virgin by Flossie Benton Rogers
On the Wheel of the Year, we now approach the rejoicing of harvest time and the autumn equinox. The constellation on the horizon is Virgo, from the Latin word for virgin. Its image is that of a goddess holding a palm branch in her right hand and a sheaf or ear of wheat in her… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Virgo the Virgin by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: 6 Surprising Truths about Thor’s Hammer by Flossie Benton Rogers
In the long ago Viking Age, Thor became the most revered of the Norse gods, even greater than his father, Odin. Whereas Odin came across as remote and kingly, Thor acted as a friend to peasants as well as to wealthy landowners. He was the god of justice and the common people. He served as… Continue reading Mythic Monday: 6 Surprising Truths about Thor’s Hammer by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: Spriggans by Flossie Benton Rogers
Playing with notions about fairies and other supernatural beings is one of the pleasures of writing paranormal fantasy romance. Like people, fairies come in a wide variety of types, shapes, sizes, and temperaments. Some are beneficial, others malevolent. Some seek human contact, while others prefer their own company. Some fairies would be delightful to have… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Spriggans by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: Thomas the Rhymer by Flossie Benton Rogers
Now that we’re properly besotted with Outlander the television series as well as Diana Gabaldon’s books, it’s time for a little excursion into Scotland. Born in 1220 in Ercel’s Down, Scotland, the man who came to be known as Thomas the Rhymer was both a poet and a seer. His power of prophecy came from… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Thomas the Rhymer by Flossie Benton Rogers
Mythic Monday: Leo the Lion
The constellation Leo has always been associated with fire and the sun. The ancient Egyptians saw Leo in relation to summertime and the annual flooding of the Nile River, which was necessary to assure a bountiful harvest. To escape the heat of the desert, lions moved onto the river banks during the summer months. There… Continue reading Mythic Monday: Leo the Lion