Somnis

Somnis is a mythical concept representing the state of sleep or dreaming. Across various cultures and mythologies, sleep has often been personified or associated with deities, spirits, or realms distinct from waking life. In ancient Greek mythology, Somnus was the god of sleep, brother to Thanatos (death). He was often depicted as a winged youth who could induce sleep in mortals and gods alike.

The experience of dreaming has also been imbued with significance. Dreams have been interpreted as prophecies, messages from the divine, or journeys into other worlds. In some traditions, dreams were believed to offer insights into the future or guidance for present actions. Conversely, some cultures viewed dreams as mere illusions or disturbances of the mind. The exploration of the subconscious through dream analysis has been a recurring theme in psychology and philosophy. The transition into and out of sleep, and the subjective experience within dreams, continues to be a subject of fascination and study.