Israel in Mythology

Qetesh relief plaque — The origins of Qetesh, an Egyptian goddess of fertility, sexuality, and love, can be traced back to Canaan.

Israel plays a central role in Jewish history, but did you know it also features in mythologies? Each hotspot in this interactive map reveals a site steeped in folklore and ancient tales where history and myth converge. Click the map’s hotspots to explore these legendary locations.

Andromeda, in Greek mythology, was famously chained to a rock in Jaffa as a sacrifice to a sea monster.

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Israel in Mythology

Interactive Map of Israel’s Connections to Mythology