検索キーワード： 民話・神話の研究

Once upon a time: A small boy saved the island of Singapura from a terrifying garfish attack. A clever Melakan Prime Minister outwitted a Chinese Emperor. A poor coolie was challenged by a water demon to do the unthinkable. These are all stories of valour, wit and intrigue from the literary...

The Mahabharata, one of India's most cherished epics, has fascinated generations. The age-old saga of warring cousins-the valiant Pandavas and the formidable Kauravas-has left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Yet, beneath the stories of valour and villainy lie complex human...

The Mahabharata, one of India's most cherished epics, has fascinated generations. The age-old saga of warring cousins-the valiant Pandavas and the formidable Kauravas-has left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Yet, beneath the stories of valour and villainy lie complex human...

This Norse Mythology Collection features 5 titles that were all written a long time ago, offering timeless stories that have captivated readers and listeners for generations.

Manu said that a woman’s dharma is to be mother, daughter, sister and wife in service of men, regardless of the caste. In modern times we call this patriarchy. In the Veda, the need to control and favour hierarchy, is an expression of an anxious mind.Hindu, Buddhist and Jain lore is full of...

கதைகள் பொழுதுபோக்காகவும் கல்வியாகவும் இருக்கலாம். அவை நுண்ணறிவு மற்றும் வெளிச்சம் தரக்கூடியவை, குறிப்பாக தலைமுறை தலைமுறையாக, பல நூற்றாண்டுகளாகப் பயணிக்கும் போது, ​​ஒவ்வொரு மறுபரிசீலனையிலும் புதிய அர்த்தங்களை எடுத்துக்கொண்டு, நீக்கிவிடுகின்றன. இந்த வகையை வளைக்கும் புத்தகத்தில், ஒரு தொடரின் முதல், அமிஷ் மற்றும் பாவ்னா பண்டைய இந்திய இதிகாசங்களின் விலைமதிப்பற்ற பொக்கிஷத்திலும், அமிஷின் மெலுஹாவின் பரந்த மற்றும் சிக்கலான பிரபஞ்சத்திலும் (அவரது ஷிவா ட்ரைலோஜி மற்றும் ராம் சந்திரா தொடர்கள் மூலம்), இந்திய தத்துவத்தின் சில முக்கிய கருத்துகளை ஆராய.

Monsters, spirits, fantastic beings, and supernatural creatures haunt the folklore and popular culture of Japan. Broadly labeled yōkai, they appear in many forms, from tengu mountain goblins and kappa water sprites, to shape-shifting kitsune foxes and long-tongued ceiling-lickers. Popular today in anime, manga, film, and video games, many yōkai originated in local legends, folktales, and regional ghost stories. The Book of Yōkai invites listeners to examine how people create, transmit, and collect folklore, and how they make sense of the mysteries in the world around them.

Da una prospettiva europeo-occidentale, molto di ciò che riguarda lo stato del Giappone, compresa la sua storia e cultura e le persone che vi abitano, sembra non solo estraneo, ma anche in qualche modo inaccessibile e incomprensibile. Chi non se ne occupa esplicitamente, spesso non ha alcun legame con il Giappone. Naturalmente, questo vale anche per la mitologia giapponese. A differenza della mitologia greco-romana o nordico-germanica, il livello di conoscenza di questa mitologia in Occidente è piuttosto basso.

The mysterious civilizations of Lemuria and Atlantis become reality as Shirley Andrews, the author of Atlantis: Insights From a Lost Civilization combines details from scholars, scientists and the respected psychic Edgar Cayce.

Quando os antigos eslavos ouviam o trovão, sabiam que era Perun falando com eles; quando andavam pelas montanhas, sabiam que tinham de fazê-lo com muito cuidado, pois estavam no reino das vily, as ninfas da floresta. Quando olhavam para o fogo, ali estava Svarog, a divindade desse elemento.

An assortment of real Canadian mysteries published on MysteriesOfCanada.com throughout the years 2022 and 2023. Includes tales of prehistoric survivors, like mammoths in the Rocky Mountains and cavemen in the Canadian Shield; creepy canines, like the hellhounds of Maritime lore and werewolves of First Nations legend; urban legends, like the vanished village of Anjikuni Lake and the mystery of Coughlan's coffin; and descriptive lists of the some of the creepiest places in Canada.

Aimed towards students and enthusiasts alike, Greek and Roman Myths and Legends will provide you with a detailed survey of the spiritual beliefs and fascinating tales of the world's most intriguing ancient societies.

The history of Sephardi Pirates is intricately woven into the fabric of the Caribbean's maritime history, particularly during the age of piracy. In the Caribbean, Sephardi Jews played a vital role in the burgeoning trade networks that characterized the region during the 17th and 18th centuries.

يتحدث الكتاب عن قصص الأنبياء الذين ورد ذكرهم في القرآن وبعضاً ممن لم يرد ذكرهم في القرآن صراحة ولم يتعرض ابن كثير في كتابه لقصة نبينا محمد صلى الله عليه وسلم إذ بدأ...

الحكي مهنة الجدات الأثيرة، بساط سحري يطير بنا حول العالم، عصا سحرية تسرق الدهشة من عيوننا. هل اشتقت لصوت الحكايات القديمة؟ استمع حصريًا ولأول مرة إلى الحكواتي...

Explore the realm of North Americas elusive beings, in Monsters and Us; Revealing the Mysteries of Cryptids in North America. This book guides listeners through the woods of the Pacific Northwest and the foggy marshes of the South on a captivating adventure delving into the origins of entities such as Bigfoot, the Skunk Ape and the Wendigo.

The concept of zombies has evolved dramatically over time, rooted in various cultural beliefs and folklore. The earliest instances of the undead can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where tales of the dead returning to life were often linked to spiritual beliefs and the fear of the unknown.

الحكي مهنة الجدات الأثيرة، بساط يطير بنا حول العالم، عصا سحرية تسرق الدهشة من عيوننا. هل اشتقت لصوت الحكايات القديمة؟ استمع حصريًا ولأول مرة إلى الحكواتي جهاد...

أعدنا لكم الحكايات الشعبية من جديد، التي تخبئ في معطفها السحر والدهشة وتُحيلنا صغارًا، نلتمس الدفء في دار جداتنا. لنبحث في كنز الأزمنة القديمة عن هويتنا وتراثنا،...

Descubre la fascinante historia detrás de uno de los personajes más icónicos de la Navidad en LOS VERDADEROS ORÍGENES DE SANTA CLAUS. Este libro explora las raíces culturales, históricas y míticas que dieron vida al generoso y alegre hombre de rojo que todos conocemos.