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ANCIENT HISTORY
View All PostsWith their victory at Troy, the Greeks thought their struggles had ended, but the journey home, recorded in the Nostoi, proved an even greater trial.
The concept of an underworld has been fundamental to civilization since the start of history. Discover five examples of underworlds from different cultures.
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HISTORY
View All PostsEight women of the Celtic nations of the British Isles who left their mark on history, but don’t always make it into the popular history books.
In the 16th century, Spain conquered vast areas of the Americas. Leaders in this conquest were the conquistadores.
PHILOSOPHY
View All PostsCarl Jung was a pioneer in the field of color psychology. His theory of color symbolism will change how you see the colors that paint your life.
Zozobra’s burning symbolizes catharsis, renewal, and embracing change. It blends philosophy and ritual to release collective burdens and foster fresh beginnings.
ART & ARTISTS
View All PostsAcross 250 years, five essential works show Lucifer in art beyond the beast, from gleaming seraph to chained rebel.
Discover some essential quotes by one of English literature's best-loved authors: Jane Austen.
TRAVEL & CULTURE
View All PostsThe capital of the Netherlands is rich with history, but venturing away from it can reap incredible rewards for history buffs.
From Samarkand's Registan Square to Bukhara's ancient market domes, Central Asia's most historic sites are some of the Silk Road's most extraordinary legacies.

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View All PostsMalachi is the last of the Minor Prophets and the last in the historical sequence.
Wisdom literature is one of the most unique genres in the Bible. This article explores its purpose in the grander narrative.
Stories
View All PostsWorld War II raged across much of the Northern Hemisphere between 1939 and 1945 in many epic battles. What historic battlefields can still be visited?
From Greek constellations to Gaelic spirits, these 15 English word origins reveal how a Germanic language evolved into a global vocabulary.




























