Myths & Epis Archives - Greek Mythology

The Myth of Phaethon – The Tragic Journey of the Son of the Sun

12 July, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

In Greek mythology, Phaethon is driving the Sun’s chariot out of control just before he is struck by Zeus’s thunderbolt.

Discover the myth of Phaethon, the son of the Sun who lost control of the sun chariot. Origins, symbolism, art, and modern influence.

The Heroine Who Defied the Law for the Honor of Her Family

29 June, 202628 June, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Antigone in ancient Thebes shortly before the burial of Polynices, in an epic depiction inspired by Greek mythology.

Discover the history of Antigone, the myth, the tragedy of Sophocles, the conflict with Creon and its timeless symbolism.

The Gigantomachy: The Cosmic Battle of the Giants in Greek Mythology

June 5th, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

The Battle of the Giants, rendered in a classical ancient Greek style, depicts the Olympian gods and giant warriors clashing in an epic battle beneath a dramatic sky.

The Giant Battle, the mythical conflict of Olympian gods and Giants, and its symbolism in Greek mythology.

The Apple of Eris Meaning and Symbolism

26 May, 202626 May, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Το Μήλο της Έριδος σε κλασσικό μυθολογικό ύφος με τις θεές Ήρα, Αθηνά και Αφροδίτη γύρω από το χρυσό μήλο.

Discover what the apple of Eridus means, the myth behind the Trojan War and why it remains a symbol of discord today.

Adonis and Aphrodite – A myth of love, jealousy and death

10 July, 202630 March, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

The myth of Adonis and Venus: love, jealousy, death and rebirth through nature.

He discovered the myth of Adonis and Venus, tragic love, death, Hadonia and timeless symbolism in Greek mythology.

The Myth of Alcyone – Full Analysis, Symbolism & Halcyon days

28 June, 2026March 22, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Mythology Stories The love story of Alkyone and the Garden in storm and divine intervention

The myth of Alkyone is one of the most touching and influential myths of Greek mythology, combining elements of love, hybrid, divine punishment and transformation. It belongs to the wider circle of myths related to the relationship of people and gods, while at the same time explaining natural phenomena through mythological thought. Alcyone's narrative is directly connected to... More

The Myth of Apollo and Daphne

30 July, 2026March 16th, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Apollo and Daphne transformation into Laurel tree Greek mythology

Discover the ancient Greek myth of Apollo and Daphne: the love of the god of light, the pursuit of Nymph and its transformation into sacred laurel.

Calypso, the nymph in the Odyssey: Her story in Greek mythology

30 July, 202615 March, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Calypso, the nymph of Ogygia, with Ulysses on her island – epic scene of Greek mythology

Discover Calypso in the Odyssey, the bride of Ogygia that kept Ulysses and symbolizes temptation, memory and freedom.

Circe in Greek mythology explained

June 14, 202615 March, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Epic depiction of Circe in Greek mythology, a witch who transforms people into animals, with magical energy in ancient tree forest

Risk to Greek Mythology: who was the witch of Odyssey, its powers, symbolism and its role in Ulysses.

Zeus and Dione

May 12th, 2026March 14, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Zeus and Dioni in Dodoni in classical mythological depiction

Zeus and Dioni are gods of Greek mythology. Dioni, often identified with a deity of sea or fertility, is considered Zeus' wife or mistress in various traditions. Together they symbolize power, wisdom, and fertility in ancient religion. In Greek mythology, the mighty god Zeus is known not only as king ... More