Divine Power

Stories with the Divine Power theme:

• The Contest Between Poseidon and Athena Jul 29, 2025

  

  Long ago, when the world was younger and the gods walked more freely among mortals, there arose upon the hills of Attica a beautiful city that sparkled like a jewel beside the wine-dark sea. This city was destined for greatness, with magnificent temples, wise philosophers, and brave warriors. But it had one problem—it had no patron deity to watch over it and guide its people.

  The mortal inhabitants of this unnamed city were skilled craftsmen, brave sailors, and intelligent thinkers. They had built their homes of white marble that gleamed in the Mediterranean sun, and their harbor was already becoming famous among traders from distant lands. Yet without a divine protector, they felt incomplete, like a ship without a captain or a lyre without strings.

• The Myth of Asclepius Jul 29, 2025

  

  Long ago, in the golden age when gods and mortals lived closer to one another, there was born a child destined to bring healing to the world. This child was Asclepius, son of the radiant Apollo, god of music, poetry, and prophecy, and a mortal princess named Coronis.

  The story begins with a tale of love and betrayal. Apollo had fallen deeply in love with Coronis, a beautiful maiden from Thessaly. She was known throughout the land for her gentle nature and her care for others, always ready to tend to the sick and comfort the suffering. Apollo was enchanted not only by her beauty but by her compassionate heart.

• The Legend of the Four Immortals Jul 8, 2025

  

  In the ancient kingdom of Dai Viet, during the reign of the Ly Dynasty, there lived four young men whose friendship was so strong it was said to rival the bonds between blood brothers. Their names were Thanh Long (Azure Dragon), Bach Ho (White Tiger), Chu Que (Vermillion Bird), and Huyen Vu (Black Tortoise)—though these were not their birth names, but titles they would earn through their legendary deeds.