Bird Gods in Ancient Europe 



Greeks, remained in the land and gave impor- 

 tant elements to Greek mythology. Similar 

 phenomena are found in Italy, Scandinavia, 

 Germany and the British islands ; we find them 

 also on the Nile and the Euphrates. They 

 represent an early movement of the mind 

 toward higher things. Their importance for a 

 correct understanding of the origins of religion 

 can hardly be overstated. 



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