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The Norse god Odin is one the great gods of the Norse people. He had many women in his life. The following article is a good summary of these women: https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/odin-0013495. The Scandinavian people have always had a progressive view of women. This is reflected in their gods and goddesses.…Read More

Ramesses II was one of Egypt greatest Pharaohs. Great victories, such as at the Battle of Kadesh earned him the title of Ramesses the Great. His monuments, which include his temple at Abu Simbel, are some of the greatest in the ancient world. https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-africa/life-and-death-ramesses-ii-001822…Read More

The nights are getting shorter, but there is still much to see. Look for the crescent moon, Pleiades, and Venus in the western sky after dark. On April 3rd the Pleiades will be right next to Venus. Also, look for Taurus with its bright star Aldebaran, next to them. The winter constellations of Orion and Canis Major will be around in the evening sky for a few weeks. In the predawn sky the planets M…Read More

Here is an interesting theory about the link between the Pleiades constellation and the ancient city of Rome. It may have also led to ancient Roman poet Ovid being banished. https://www.ancient-origins.net/history/pleiades-0013471…Read More

There is a new theory that the Sphinx in Giza, Egypt is aligned with sun at the equinoxes. This is still a theory, but is interesting given the ancient Egyptians where great astronomers, mathematicians, and scientists. https://www.ancient-origins.net/news-history-archaeology/sphinx-alignment-0013459…Read More

It is finally spring. In the evening sky the spring star, Arcturus shines in the east. In spring the Big Dipper "pours" into the Little Dipper, while in autumn it is the opposite. Meanwhile in the west, the planet Venus sparkles, and is accompanied by the moon and Pleiades. Along with Pleiades, other remnants of winter include Taurus, Orion, and Canis Major. The new moon is Tuesday the 24th. https…Read More

Here in California, we have been getting much needed rain and snow. California is still short of snow pack, but anything helps. We have had two major storms in the northern and southern parts of the state. https://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/winter-storm-dumps-feet-of-snow-across-sierra-nevada-mountains/701978…Read More

The science of surgery was known in ancient times. One type of surgical procedure which was performed in many countries, was trephination. It is type of skull surgery. This procedure was performed throughout the ancient world from Egypt to the Andes mountains of South America. Some of the trephinations where successful and the patient survived. https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-ancient-tradi…Read More

Spring starts this week. The equinox (equal night) is on Thursday. To mark spring, the star Arcturus is now visible in the evening sky. While the star of winter, Sirius, still twinkles brightly. The constellation of Cancer which marks the beginning of spring is visible in the evening sky. Also, look for the five carnivore constellations of Ursa Major, Leo, Hydra, Canis Minor, and Canis Major. The …Read More

It is almost spring and that means spring flowers. Here are some recommendations for all the gardeners, who want spring flowers. Have fun. https://www.accuweather.com/en/accuweather-ready/the-10-best-spring-flowers-to-plant-at-home/686274…Read More