Phoenix / Greek Mythology

Phoenix is ​​the ancient Egyptian equivalent of the firebird in Western mythology. It is found in the legends of many nations, such as Simurg in Persian mythology, Phoenix in Arab and Islamic mythology, Zümrüd-ü Anka or Simurg-u Anka in post-Islamic Turkish mythology, and previously referred to as Tuğrul. These birds mentioned show some similarities and differences in these mythologies.

In Greek mythology, it is believed that the Phoenix lived in the land of Abyssinia, and was said to be the size of an eagle and very long-lived. His eyes are bright like stars. The feathers of its neck are gilded, the other sides are red. When it realizes that its life is coming to an end, it makes a nest for itself by plastering dry branches with glue and is built on it. After the blazing sun ignites the nest and burns itself, an egg emerges from its ashes and a new Phoenix is ​​born from it. For this reason, Christians interpreted this bird myth, which they called Phoenix, as a symbol of resurrection after death.