Showing posts with label Mythology. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mythology. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Polyphemus. Cyclops. The Odyssey. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins

Polyphemus. Cyclops. The Odyssey. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins
Polyphemus. Cyclops. The Odyssey. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins 

Sketch of an
Ancient Greek
Head of Polyphemus
Cyclops
150 BC
Greek or Roman
Hellenistic or Imperial Period
Collection of the
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
by Travis Simpkins


The Odyssey

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Odysseus and Polyphemus. Ancient Greece. Gardner Museum. MFA, Boston. by Travis Simpkins
Odysseus and Polyphemus. Ancient Greece. Gardner Museum. MFA, Boston. by Travis Simpkins

Monday, March 2, 2026

Homer. The Iliad. The Odyssey. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins

Homer. The Iliad. The Odyssey. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins
Homer. The Iliad. The Odyssey. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of 
Homer
Roman, Republican or Imperial Period
1st Century B.C. - 1st Century A.D.
Collection of the 
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
by Travis Simpkins



Museum of Fine Arts, Boston


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Homer. The Iliad. The Odyssey. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins
Homer. Ancient Rome. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Zeus. King of the Gods. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins

Head of Zeus. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins
Head of Zeus. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of an
Ancient Greek
Head of Zeus
Late Classic Period
350 - 340 B.C. 
Collection of the 
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
by Travis Simpkins



Museum of Fine Arts, Boston


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Head of Zeus. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins
Head of Zeus. Ancient Greece. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. by Travis Simpkins

Monday, February 23, 2026

Heracles. Hercules. Hero. Twelve Labors. Ancient Greek Mythology. by Travis Simpkins

Heracles. Hercules. Hero. Twelve Labors. Ancient Greek Mythology. by Travis Simpkins
Heracles. Hercules. Hero. Twelve Labors. Ancient Greek Mythology. by Travis Simpkins 

Sketch of an
Ancient Roman Sculpture of
Heracles
or
Hercules
Hero of Ancient Greek Mythology
68 - 98 A.D.
Collection of the
Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York
by Travis Simpkins


The Twelve Labors of Hercules

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Heracles. Hercules. Hero. Twelve Labors. Ancient Greek Mythology. by Travis Simpkins
Heracles. Hercules. Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York. by Travis Simpkins

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Hygeia. Goddess of Health. Antioch. Roman. Worcester Art Museum. by Travis Simpkins

Hygeia. Goddess of Health. Antioch. Worcester Art Museum. by Travis Simpkins
Hygeia. Goddess of Health. Antioch. Worcester Art Museum. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of an
Ancient Roman Statue of
Hygieia
Goddess of Health & Hygiene
1st or 2nd Century A.D.
Excavated at Antioch
Collection of the
Worcester Art Museum
by Travis Simpkins


Hygeia


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Hygeia. Goddess of Health. Antioch. Worcester Art Museum. by Travis Simpkins
Hygeia. Goddess of Health. Antioch. Worcester Art Museum. by Travis Simpkins

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Isis. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Mythology. Occult. Magick. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Isis. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. 1550-1292 BC. 18th Dynasty. Sketch by Travis Simpkins
Isis. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. 1550-1292 BC. 18th Dynasty. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Sketch of an
Ancient Egyptian
Figure of
Isis
Wife/Sister of Osiris
Mother of Horus
Goddess, helped the dead 
in entering the afterlife
Divine Mother of the Pharaoh (Horus)
Her maternal aid was 
invoked in healing spells. 
She was also prominent in
royal rituals, temple rites,
funerary practices and magical texts
18th Dynasty, 1550 - 1292 B.C.

by Travis Simpkins


The Osiris Myth

Egyptian Mythology


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Isis. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. 1550-1292 BC. 18th Dynasty. Sketch by Travis Simpkins
Isis. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. 1550-1292 BC. 18th Dynasty. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Friday, February 20, 2026

Osiris. Ancient Egyptian God. Mythology. Book of the Dead. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Osiris. Ancient Egyptian God. 26th Dynasty. 664-610 BC. Sketch by Travis Simpkins
Osiris. Ancient Egyptian God. 26th Dynasty. 664-610 BC. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Sketch of an
Ancient Egyptian
Head of
Osiris
Lord of the Underworld
God of fertility, alcohol, agriculture
the afterlife, the dead, resurrection
life and vegetation
26th Dynasty, 664 - 610 B.C.

by Travis Simpkins


The Osiris Myth

Egyptian Mythology


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Osiris. Ancient Egyptian God. 26th Dynasty. 664-610 BC. Sketch by Travis Simpkins
Osiris. Ancient Egyptian God. 26th Dynasty. 664-610 BC. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Isis Unveiling Herself. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Occult. Magick. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Isis Unveiling Herself. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Occult. Magick. by Travis Simpkins
Isis Unveiling Herself. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Occult. Magick. by Travis Simpkins

Sketch of
Isis Unveiling Herself
Based on a 19th Century Sculpture by Andre-Joseph Allar

by Travis Simpkins


Ancient Egyptian Mythology




Isis Unveiling Herself. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Occult. Magick. by Travis Simpkins
Isis Unveiling Herself. Ancient Egyptian Goddess. Occult. Magick. by Travis Simpkins

Saturday, February 14, 2026

The Last Wish. The Witcher. Andrzej Sapkowski. Fantasy. Geralt of Rivia

The Last Wish. The Witcher. Andrzej Sapkowski. Fantasy. Geralt of Rivia
The Last Wish. The Witcher. Andrzej Sapkowski. Fantasy. Geralt of Rivia

 I'm enjoying "The Last Wish" the first book in The Witcher series by Andrzej Sapkowski.

Geralt the Witcher—revered and hated—holds the line against the monsters plaguing humanity in this collection of adventures, the first chapter in Andrzej Sapkowski’s groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games.

Geralt is a Witcher, a man whose magic powers, enhanced by long training and a mysterious elixir, have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless hunter. Yet he is no ordinary killer. His sole purpose: to destroy the monsters that plague the world.

But not everything monstrous-looking is evil and not everything fair is good . . . and in every fairy tale there is a grain of truth.

Witcher collections
The Last Wish
Sword of Destiny


Witcher novels
Blood of Elves
The Time of Contempt
Baptism of Fire 
The Tower of Swallows
Lady of the Lake
Season of Storms
Crossroads of Ravens


Hussite Trilogy
The Tower of Fools
Warriors of God


Translated from original Polish by Danusia Stok
 

Thursday, July 3, 2025

The Three Graces. Roman. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. by Travis Simpkins

The Three Graces. Ancient Roman. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of
The Three Graces
Aglaia (Beauty), Euphrosyne (Mirth) 
and Thalia (Abundance)
Ancient Roman, Imperial Period
2nd Century A.D.
Collection of the
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
by Travis Simpkins



Greek and Roman Galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art


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The Three Graces. Roman. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. by Travis Simpkins

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Ancient Bust of Queen Nefertiti. The Egyptian Museum, Berlin. by Travis Simpkins

Bust of Queen Nefertiti. Ancient Egypt. The Egyptian Museum, Berlin. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of the
Ancient Egyptian
Bust of Queen Nefertiti
Created by the court sculptor Thutmose
Amarna Period. New Kingdom, Dynasty 18
1340 B.C.
Collection of
The Egyptian Museum, Berlin, Germany
by Travis Simpkins




Uncovering Queen Nefertiti's Lost Tomb


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Bust of Queen Nefertiti. by Travis Simpkins. The Egyptian Museum, Berlin

Monday, April 21, 2025

Leda and the Swan. Ancient Roman. 1st Century BC. by Travis Simpkins

Leda and the Swan. Ancient Roman. 1st Century BC. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of an
Ancient Roman figure of
Leda and the Swan
1st Century B.C.
Roman, based on a Greek original
National Archaeological Museum
Venice, Italy
Museo archeologico nazionale di Venezia
by Travis Simpkins



Leda and the Swan


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Leda and the Swan. Ancient Roman. 1st Century BC. by Travis Simpkins

Sunday, April 6, 2025

The Mist-Filled Path. Celtic Wisdom for Exiles, Wanderers and Seekers. Frank MacEowen

The Mist-Filled Path. Celtic Wisdom for Exiles, Wanderers and Seekers. Frank MacEowen
The Mist-Filled Path. Celtic Wisdom for Exiles, Wanderers and Seekers. Frank MacEowen

 I'm enjoying The Mist-Filled Path: Celtic Wisdom for Exiles, Wanderers and Seekers by Frank MacEowen.

In The Mist-Filled Path, Frank MacEowen, a preeminent teacher of Celtic spirituality, shows how embracing the indigenous wisdom of Scotland and Ireland can lead to healing and transcendence. Using his own travels and teachings along with Celtic stories and myths, he explores ancient traditions, eco-psychology, the ancient mother, altars and hearths, Oran Mor (the Great Song), contemplation, and mysticism. The book tells how to draw on ancestral roots to find a personal spirituality that also works for the greater good.

https://amzn.to/3Y6epif 

 

Saturday, April 5, 2025

The Three Graces. Faith, Hope and Charity. by Travis Simpkins

The Three Graces. Faith, Hope and Charity. The Square. Masonic magazine. by Travis Simpkins


Sketch of
The Three Graces
Faith, Hope & Charity
by Travis Simpkins


Created for the June 2018 cover of The Square


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The Square. Scottish Rite NMJ. Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. Grand Lodge of New Jersey. Art by Travis Simpkins


Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Monkey. A Journey to the West. Chinese Mythology

Monkey. A Journey to the West. Chinese Mythology
Monkey. A Journey to the West. Chinese Mythology

 I'm enjoying "Monkey: A Journey to the West."

A classic of Chinese literature, this beloved folktale is part adventure story, part spiritual allegory—now reimagined by a National Book Award nominee

Part spiritual pilgrimage, part historical epic, the folk novel
Journey to the West, which came to be known as Monkey, is the most popular classic of Asian literature. Originally written in the sixteenth century, it is the story of the adventures of the rogue-trickster Monkey and his encounters with a bizarre cast of characters as he travels to India with the Buddhist pilgrim Tripitaka in search of sacred scriptures.

Much more than a picaresque adventure novel,
Monkey is a profound allegory of the struggle that must occur before spiritual transformation is possible. David Kherdian's masterful telling brings this classic of Chinese literature to life in a way that is true to the scope and depth of the original.
 
 

Monday, December 23, 2024

Aphrodite, Pan and Eros. Ancient Greek Mythology. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Aphrodite, Pan and Eros. Ancient Greek Sculpture. Mythology. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Sketch of an
Ancient Greek Sculpture of
Aphrodite, Pan and Eros
Hellenistic Era
circa 100 B.C.
 Collection of the
National Archaeological Museum of Athens

by Travis Simpkins


Aphrodite: Goddess of Love and Beauty

Pan: God of the Wild


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Aphrodite, Pan and Eros. Ancient Greek Sculpture. Mythology. Sketch by Travis Simpkins

Thursday, September 26, 2024

Hanuman Chalisa. Hindu Mythology. Mahabharata. Ramayana

Hanuman Chalisa. Hindu Mythology. Mahabharata. Ramayana
Hanuman Chalisa. Hindu Mythology. Mahabharata. Ramayana

 I'm enjoying the Hanuman Chalisa...



Experience the divine grace of Lord Hanuman with the Hanuman Chalisa. This sacred scripture, beautifully presented in a luxurious silk hardbound format, is a collection of forty verses dedicated to Lord Hanuman's glory and devotion. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of the Chalisa and embrace the blessings of strength, courage, and protection.
A powerful tool for spiritual and emotional healing, helping individuals connect with their inner selves and the divine.
Each verse is crafted with profound meaning, capturing the essence of Hanuman's divine qualities, courage, and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.
Explores themes of devotion, strength, and perseverance.
Perfect for devotees, spiritual seekers, and collectors of sacred texts.
Comes in deluxe silk hardbound edition with a visually stunning design.

https://amzn.to/3XCvWNB 

 

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

The Illustrated Golden Bough. Sir James George Frazer

The Illustrated Golden Bough. Sir James George Frazer
The Illustrated Golden Bough. Sir James George Frazer

 I'm enjoying The Illustrated Golden Bough by Sir James George Frazer.


A classic study of the beliefs and institutions of mankind, and the progress through magic and religion to scientific thought, The Golden Bough has a unique status in modern anthropology and literature.

First published in 1890, The Golden Bough was eventually issued in a twelve-volume edition (1906-15) which was abridged in 1922 by the author and his wife. That abridgement has never been reconsidered for a modern audience. In it some of the more controversial passages were dropped, including Frazer's daring speculations on the Crucifixion of Christ. For the first time this one-volume edition restores Frazer's bolder theories and sets them within the framework of a valuable introduction and notes. With new, modern packaging this new edition is a valuable classic to add to your bookshelf.

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Friday, September 20, 2024

Mahabharata. Hinduism. Vedic Mythology. William Buck

Mahabharata. Hinduism. Vedic Mythology. William Buck
Mahabharata. Hinduism. Vedic Mythology. William Buck

 I'm enjoying William Buck's modern prose version of the Mahabharata.


Few works in world literature have inspired so vast an audience in nations with radically different languages and cultures as the Mahabharata. Written some 2,000 years ago and probably the longest Indian epic ever composed, it is a story of dynastic struggle that culminates in a fatal clash between two branches of a single ruling family. It is a moral and philosophical tale as well as a historical one. In his introduction, Sanskritist B. A. van Nooten notes that apart from William Buck’s rendition no other English version has been able to capture the blend of religion and martial spirit that pervades the original epic.

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Thursday, July 11, 2024

The Ancient Mysteries. Marvin W. Meyer

The Ancient Mysteries. Marvin W. Meyer
The Ancient Mysteries. Marvin W. Meyer

I'm enjoying "The Ancient Mysteries" edited by Marvin W. Meyer.


Zeus and the other gods of shining Olympus were in reality divine only by popular consent. Over the course of time Olympian luster diminished in favor of religious experiences more immediate to the concerns of people living in an increasingly cosmopolitan ancient world. These experiences were provided by the mysteries, religions that flourished particularly during the Hellenistic period and were secretly practiced by groups of adherents who decided, through personal choice, to be initiated into the profound realities of one deity or another. Unlike the official state religions, in which people were expected to make an outward show of allegiance to the local gods, the mysteries emphasized an inwardness and privacy of worship within a closed band of initiates.
In this book, Marvin W. Meyer explores the sacrifices and prayers, the public celebrations and secret ceremonies, the theatrical performances and literary works, the gods and goddesses that were a part of the mystery religions of Greece in the seventh century B.C. to the Judaism and Christianity of the Roman world of the seventh century A.D.


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