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How the Names of Some Countries OriginatedHow the Names of Some Countries Originated
18 Jan.
Some of the countries around the world have earned their name in a rather unique fashion....
Names of Trees and Their MeaningNames of Trees and Their Meaning
21 Apr.
In legends and fairy tales, forests and trees have always been described as magical, mysterious places. Very often they are considered to be inhabited by elves, dwarves, samodivas, giants, witches etc. According to...
The Names of the Biggest Betrayers in HistoryThe Names of the Biggest Betrayers in History
02 Feb.
Besides Judas Iscariot, who is the very symbol of betrayal, history remembers many other individuals that have betrayed their country and even their own compatriots. Brutus After Judas, Brutus is the other historical...
Superstitions in different countriesSuperstitions in different countries
18 Mar.
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In Slavic countries, people believe that meeting a black cat brings bad luck. The only way to neutralize the meeting with the black cat, is to spit over your left shoulder....
Strange Customs in Different CountriesStrange Customs in Different Countries
18 Feb.
Recently, the British site Buzzfeed published several fascinating facts about the strangest customs and habits in several countries around the world....
Individuals who Turned Their Names into NamesakesIndividuals who Turned Their Names into Namesakes
28 June
The Irish man's name was first used in 1898 to easily describe the criminal activities that Hooligan was known for in the British capital....
Some Absurd Bans in Several CountriesSome Absurd Bans in Several Countries
19 Feb.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. This old adage applies to all of the enticing places we've visited or have yet to visit. The same goes with full force for restrictions. There exist certain prohibitions that may sound...
How warm countries welcome the New YearHow warm countries welcome the New Year
31 Dec.
Residents of one of the islands of Micronesia change their names each new year, to chase away evil spirits. On the morning of the first of January, families whisper to each other their new names....
Countries That Will Disappear in the Next 20 YearsCountries That Will Disappear in the Next 20 Years
12 Dec.
China Unexpectedly, the British place China on the list of countries that will disappear....
Your name determines important choices in lifeYour name determines important choices in life
20 Aug.
Similar studies have been conducted in other countries, the results are clear - there is a clear link between the choice of a career in a company, with a name close to ours....
The tomb of Philip of MacedoniaThe tomb of Philip of Macedonia
24 June
Philip of Macedonia is Macedonian king who reigned in 369-336 BC. Under him, Macedonia became a centralized state. He introduced the army, called the “Macedonian phalanx” and paved the way for their the navy. He is also the...
The legends of Helen of TroyThe legends of Helen of Troy
27 Feb.
The Greek name Elena is written and pronounced as Helene and would had come from Selene, meaning \"moon.\" Life of Helen of Troy Most notes are written in the famous Greek epic poems, Iliada and Odyssey....
The Myth of the Punishment of TantalusThe Myth of the Punishment of Tantalus
05 Apr.
According to the myths he ruled over the lands around Mount Sipylus and the city of Lydia in the region of the same name. The ancient Greek historian Strabo described him as King of Phrygia in Asia Minor....
The Legend of the Kingdom of HadesThe Legend of the Kingdom of Hades
01 Mar.
Their names are associated with the emotions related to death. Styx is the river of hatred, Acheron the river of woe, Phlegethon of fire, Lethe of oblivion and Cocytus of lamentation....
Palmistry - Meaning of the Girdle of VenusPalmistry - Meaning of the Girdle of Venus
25 Oct.
In palmistry, the girdle of Venus (or the ring of Venus) is a broken or unbroken semi circle, which bulges out between the middle and ring fingers and whose ends are by the pinky and index finger. It is connected with...
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of MarsPalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Mars
24 Oct.
The line of Mars has great significance in palmistry. The lines of Mars begin from the low areas of Mars or from the start of the line of life and continue on toward the Mount of Venus. After thorough studies, palmists...
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of SuccessPalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Success
24 Oct.
The line of success is also referred to as the line of intelligence and the sun. It is parallel to the line of fate, under the ring finger. It symbolizes fame or scandal. It increases success, if such is alluded to by...
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of HealthPalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Health
24 Oct.
As hinted by the name, it is an indicator of health and general physical state. - The smaller the line of health, the better. Whenever it is fully missing, the body is stronger....
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of MarriagePalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Marriage
23 Oct.
The line or lines of marriage can be found on the side of the hand or on the front part of the Mount of Mercury. As far as marriage goes, the line of the Mount of Mercury gives a very real indication of the age at...
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of ReasoningPalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Reasoning
23 Oct.
The line of reasoning (also called the line of the head) is one of the largest lines of the hand. It begins from the edge of the palm (under the index finger) and extends along the palm to its outer edge. Often, the line...
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of LifePalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Life
22 Oct.
The line of life is the most important and discussed line in palmistry. It is situated from the edge of the palm under the thumb and curves like a rainbow toward the wrist. It is thought that this line reflects the viability...
Palmistry - Meaning of the Line of FatePalmistry - Meaning of the Line of Fate
22 Oct.
The line of fate is situated from the wrist toward the center of the palm and is one of the secondary lines of the hand. It is connected to the life path of a person, which includes school, career, successes and obstacles...
The legend of St. Catherine of BolognaThe legend of St. Catherine of Bologna
30 Nov.
St. Catherine of Bologna was born on September 8, 1413 and died on March 9, 1463. She was an Italian nun. She had qualities of a good artist and writer. St. Catherine is the patron of artists and people involved in spiritual...
The Story of the Tower of BabelThe Story of the Tower of Babel
24 Apr.
The term "Whore of Babylon" first appears in the "Revelation of John the Apostle", with her name written on her forehead: "Babylon the Great, the Mother of Prostitutes and Abominations of the Earth."...
Effects of the Different Phases of the MoonEffects of the Different Phases of the Moon
18 Dec.
It's a fact that there are certain things influencing human behavior and emotions that are inexplicable. Or at least not everyone understands them. The horoscope, ascendant, moon phases... these are all things comprising...