Mythology is replete with parables, rituals and beliefs centred around the element of Fire. It is considered auspicious in certain religions. There are stories around acquisition or fire and whoever controls it has the power. There are Fire temples around the world and for some religions it forms part of ceremonies. Some cultures have specific…
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Demeter or Annapurna
Demeter is an ancient Greek Goddess of harvest and agriculture, presided over the sacred law including cycle of life and death. Her Roman equivalent is Goddess Ceres. That’s where we got the word ‘Cereal’. She is considered to be the ‘Mother’ figure hence represents ‘Providence’, ‘Nurturing’ and a great teacher of the sacred law. That…