Mythology
What if we still had ancient gods in modern times? Would Hercules really be the pants-dropping heartthrob he is in the Disney movie? Would Kokopelli enjoy hackeysack? A curious mortal populace demands answers.
Yes, we're fascinated by mythology here at Cracked, particularly when it comes to ancient gods' weird genitals or sex temples in India. Myths say important things about where we've been culturally, telling us stories that can resonate or instruct even in a world of smartphones. And shedding light on realities behind myths is equally interesting, like the dark truth behind Changeling myths. Read on for more, and seriously: be ready for gods having weird sex.
The Dark Truth Behind Baby-Stealing Changelings From Legends
Ever wonder if your baby has been secretly replaced by goblins? Because you wouldn't be alone.
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7 4 Bonkers Norse Mythology Moments They Left Out Of The Movies
Those Vikings had some nasty imaginations.
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- By Maxwell Yezpitelok
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Moon Knight's God Khonshu Vs. His Real Egyptian Counterpart
No skull heads, but other bits are closer than you might think.
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- By Eli Yudin
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How The God Kokopelli Became A 90s Bro Accessory
He's, like, a fertility god, which is perfect because you know I love the ladies, bro!
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- By Eli Yudin
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Meet The Kappa, The Mythological Turtleman Who Steals Souls From Butts
Silly Kappa, butts are for bathrooms!
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- By Eli Yudin
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16 Ancient Gods That Are Metal As All Hell
Baron Samedi didn't have to go so hard
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- By Jay L'Ecuyer
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16 Pokémon We Didn’t Know Had Mythical Origins
Yep, we hate Lickitung even more now.
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- By JhallComics
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Cracked VS: Movies vs. Ancient Mythology
Hollywood never shows you what mythical stuff was REALLY like.
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- By Andres Diplotti
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Loki's Latest Teaser Reveals the God of Mischef May Be Gender-Fluid
Eagle-eyed fans were quick to spot this exciting reveal.
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- By Carly Tennes
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Deep Inside India's Ancient Sex Statue Temple
How prudish should you be for a place that has statues Eiffel Towering?
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- By Cedric Voets
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4 Ancient Gods The Modern World Desperately Needs
Let's take a moment to appreciate these incredible deities.
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- By Mark Hill
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5 Ancient Gods Whose Genitals Should Have Their Own Movie
Their genitals aren't like ours. Theirs are special. Theirs are magic.
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- By Luis Prada
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5 Mysteries of Ancient Religions (Easily Explained)
The little ploys that modern faith healers and shady preachers use to fleece the masses have been around for thousands of years, and if anything, they've only gotten less inspired over time.
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The 5 Most Depraved Sex Scenes from Important Cultural Myths
If you've spent time studying history at all, you probably already know that depraved sex acts are to religion as rock star groupies from the '70s are to depraved sex acts. In other words, they go hand in hand. Or hand in some other body part, depending on who we're talking about.
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7 'Ancient' Forms of Mysticism That Are Recent Inventions
Some 'ancient' practices are about as authentic as the ill-fated Chinese tattoo on your arm that the lady swore meant 'pure warrior.'
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