Greek mythology

Myth is a human universal, something that exists in all civilizations regardless of whether or not a system of writing exists to record these performances for all time. However, anthropologists and ot…

Dense smoke filled the skies painting a blood curling scenery as Poseidon staggered to his feet, slowly regaining consciousness. Fireballs continue to skim past his head, screaming and roaring like je…

Hera, goddess of marriage and queen of the gods is the daughter of Cronus and Rhea and is the sister to Zeus, Ares, and Hephaestus. According to the website "14 Interesting Facts about Hera" states th…

In the myths of Hercules, and Perseus both are described as great heroes who are able to combat many dangerous monsters such as the Hydra, and Medusa herself. Both are brave, courageous and important …

Standing up for what one believes in is important and adds to your character. Women around the world are affected by sexism that silences their voices. So when Antigone stands up for what she believes…

In the mythological story, "Dionysus Wrath: The Minyades" there are three daughters of King Minyas, Alcathoe(Alcithoe), Leucippe, and Arsippe. King Minyas was the founder of Orchomenus, Boeotia. The r…

Since the beginning of time, civilizations have used fables and stories to create an ingrained moral code for their citizens. This is not an uncommon idea, even now stories that are read to us as chil…

Athena utilizes her strength and label as the goddess of tactical warfare to obtain power. Athena has "strength and wisdom equal to her father's" and is armed with a "shield with Gorgon's head" ("The …

'Prometheus' is a myth about the creation of humans. Prometheus created humans and gave them the gift of fire. Elements of mythology and theme are important parts of any myth. Two elements of mytholog…

The Greek Gods had a substantial impact on Greek society as a whole. Stories about the Greek Gods have impacted multiple aspects of Greek society. Epics written by Homer, like the Iliad, and the Odyss…