Scylla and Harybdi, the deadly trap of Ulysses

Scylla and Harybdi in Greek Mythology

Dogs and Harybdes Scylla and Harybdi are two of the most famous and terrifying monsters of Greek mythology. They resided opposite sides of a narrow sea passage, making each passage extremely dangerous. This passage is associated with mythical naval adventures, such as those of Jason, Ulysses and Aeneas. From their co-existence... More

Old: the dark sisters

The Elders of Greek mythology keep their common eye in dark rocky landscape

The Scriptures in Greek Mythology The Grey Sisters of Greek Mythology The Elders are a trinity of brothers in Greek mythology and are one of the most famous mythical triplets, next to figures such as the Mermaids, appearing in the accounts of Ancient Greece. The reputation of the Elders, however, is mainly due to their participation in the adventures of ... More

Argos Panoptis: the giant with the hundred eyes

Argos Panoptis is one of the most iconic forms of ancient Greek mythology.

Slow (Panopt) The giant with a hundred eyes in Greek mythology Argos Panoptis is one of the most iconic forms of ancient Greek mythology. Known as the giant with the hundred eyes, Argos personifies absolute alertness, uninterrupted surveillance, and ubiquitous present knowledge. His name, Panoptis (he who sees the ... More

Titans

Titans of Greek Mythology

Who were Titans Titans Titans was an older generation of gods that ruled the universe before the prevalence of the Olympian gods. They were responsible for the initial organization of time and the foundation of fixed heavenly circles. The elders from the Titans — Saturn and his four brothers, Creus, Conius, Hyperion and Japeus... More

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