Pantheons

The Greek pantheon encompasses the gods and goddesses of ancient Greek mythology, centered on Mount Olympus and featuring the twelve Olympians who ruled after the Titanomachy.

The Norse pantheon includes the Aesir and Vanir gods of Scandinavian mythology, centered in Asgard and featuring stories of creation, heroism, and the prophesied end of the world known as Ragnarok.

The Egyptian pantheon encompasses the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt, featuring creation deities, solar worship, the afterlife, and the eternal struggle between order (Ma'at) and chaos (Isfet).

The Roman pantheon adapted Greek mythology while emphasizing duty, piety, and state religion. Romans identified their gods with Greek counterparts but maintained distinct rituals, festivals, and a practical approach to divine favor.

Hindu mythology encompasses thousands of years of religious and philosophical tradition from the Indian subcontinent. Centered on the Trimurti (Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Preserver, and Shiva the Destroyer) and featuring countless gods, goddesses, and avatars.

Shinto (Way of the Kami) is the indigenous spirituality of Japan, featuring countless kami (divine spirits or gods) associated with natural phenomena, ancestors, and sacred places.

The deities of the Celtic peoples, associated with nature, magic, war, and sovereignty. Known for the Tuatha Dé Danann in Irish mythology.

A complex pantheon centered on duality, sacrifice, and the sun, demanding blood sacrifice to sustain the cosmos.

A vast bureaucracy of gods, spirits, and immortals reflecting the imperial government on earth, blending Taoism, Buddhism, and folk religion.

The gods of ancient Sumer, Akkad, and Babylon - humanity's oldest recorded mythology. These deities shaped the earliest written literature and influenced all subsequent Near Eastern religions.

The Yoruba religious tradition centers on the Orishas, divine spirits who serve as intermediaries between Olodumare (the supreme creator) and humanity. This living tradition has spread across the globe through the African diaspora, manifesting in religions such as Santeria (Cuba), Candomble (Brazil), and Vodou (Haiti).

The gods and spirits of Polynesian mythology span the vast Pacific Ocean, from Hawaii to New Zealand to Easter Island. Featuring powerful creator gods, the trickster demigod Maui, and deep connections to the sea, navigation, and volcanic forces.

Mesoamerican mythology encompasses Aztec, Maya, Olmec, and other pre-Columbian traditions. Featuring feathered serpent deities, cosmic cycles of creation and destruction, underworld journeys, and the belief that sacrifice sustains the universe.