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Classical Mythology
The table below provides links to similar gods and goddesses in the Greek and Roman pantheons. ...Read more
West African Mythology
Visit the links to learn about the myths of West Africa related to objects in the sky, and ...Read more
Mythology of the Celts
Lugh, whose name means "the shining one," was the Celtic Sun god. The underworld god Balor ...Read more
Ancient Egyptian Mythology
Visit the links to learn about ancient Egyptian myths related to objects in the sky, the Earth, ...Read more
Hindu Mythology
Learn about Hindu myths related to the sky, the Solar System, and the stars. ...Read more
Inca Mythology
Visit the links to learn about Inca myths related to objects in the sky and the Earth. Back ...Read more
Inuit Myth and Culture
Learn about the ways traditional Inuit culture has viewed the Sun, Moon, and Earth. ...Read moreMore about World Mythology
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- Mythology of North American Indians
- Mythology of the Polynesian Islands
- Sumerian Mythology
- The Families of the Gods
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