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Explore the symbolic significance of various mythological elements including Roman figures, celestial bodies, mythical creatures, and Hogwarts houses. Discover the rich symbolism derived from Greek and Roman mythology.
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Symbolism from Mythology(Mostly Greek & Roman Mythology)Part II by Don L. F. Nilsen & Alleen Pace Nilsen
Saturn, Bacchus & DionysusSaturnalia, Bacchinalia, & the Planet Saturn
The Mythological Phoenix Rising, J. K. Rowling’s Phoenix Rising & Phoenix, Arizona
Boticelli’s Venus, Venus Fly Trap, Venus De Milo (Le Louvre) and the Planet Venus
Astronomy and Astrology Northern Constellations (Never Set—24-Hour Clock) Ursa Minor (Little Dipper) Ursa Major (Big Dipper) Draco Cepheus Cassopeia Southern Constellation (Never Rises) Southern Cross Australian Flag New Zealand Flag Zodiac (Milky Way) (Rise & Set in 24-hour period) Aquarius (Water Carrier) Pisces (Fish) Aries (Ram) Taurus (Bull) Gemini (Twins) Cancer (Tropic) Leo (Lion) Virgo (Virgin) Libra (Scales) Scorpio (Scorpion) Sagittarius (Centaur Archer) Capricorn (Horned Goat)
Zodiac Sign:Dates:Stone:Equinox/ Solstice Aquarius Jan 12-Feb 19 Garnet Pisces Feb 19-March 21 Amethyst V. E. Aries March 22-April 20 Bloodstone Taurus April 21-May 21 Emerald Gemini May 22-June 21 Aquamarine S. S. Cancer June 21-July 22 Pearl Leo July 23-August 22 Peridot Virgo August 23-Sept 22 Saphire A. E. Libra Sept 23-October 23 Chrysolite Scorpio Oct 24-Nov 21 Beryl Sagittarius Nov 22-Dec 21 Topaz W. S. Capicorn Dec 22-Jan 21 Ruby
Mythological Places:Elysian Fields and Champs Elysees in Paris
Mythological ObjectsThe Golden Apple and the Judgment of ParisJason and the Golden Fleece