For millennia, mankind has worshipped gods — beings of power, wisdom, and immortality. We’ve prayed to them, feared them, and shaped our civilizations around their stories.

But in every culture, there comes a moment when man looks up at the heavens and dares to ask: Why not me? 

So today, we’re diving into the myths and legends of different religions and cultures to confront one of humanity’s oldest—and most dangerous—questions: What happens when man tries to become god?

Let’s dive in to it.

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