Humans have had a fascination with Dragons for Millennia, and these stories come from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. A dragon-like creature even appeared in Mesopotamian artwork from around 2200 BC. They appear in ancient Norse, Egyptian, Greek, Celtic, Japanese, and Vedic mythology. Where did we get these worldwide myths and legends about these winged serpentine beasts?
It seems like every 5 to 10 years there is a revival of Dragon films or TV shows, and our fascination (or memory?) with these giant lizards comes roaring back. Sometimes these dragons are anthropomorphic and we have great sympathy for their misunderstood plight. Jason and St George each slayed a dragon. In the Hobbit and Beawulf something is stolen from a dragon’s hoard. Dragons often appear in stories of treasure and magic.
Dragons live on in China today…just go to a Dragon Boat Race or a New Years Dragon Dance…where the Dragon represents Good Fortune and Longevity. Dragon energy is used by shamans and healers, and Stonehenge was thought to be a resting place for Dragons. Today we see Dragons in Game of Thrones, Harry Potter…and Dungeons & Dragons on Big Bang Theory.
There are those who believe that dragons did exist in the past, and these ubiquitous stories point to an ancient history when dragons roamed the lands. What do you think?
sharing your Passion for Fabric…
Luana and Paul
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