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

Cosmogenic Myths of Hesiod | Theogeny & Genesis of the World

Analytical presentation of Greek cosmogony: Chaos, Gaia, Titans, Titan fighting and Olympian gods.

The Theogonia of Hesiod Theogonia was written in the 8th century BC and: records the birth of the first divine entities explains the origins of the Olympian gods presents the transition from chaos to order It is a foundational text of Greek mythology. Chaos – The Beginning of Everything According to Hesiod: «First born Chaos...» The... More

The 12 Labors of Hercules

Hercules struggles with the lion of Nemea in ancient Greek style in vase

The 12 Athletics of Hercules – Full History, Analysis and Symbolism Hercules' 12 feats are one of the most iconic accounts of Greek mythology. Their story is not just a series of heroic achievements· is a journey of atonement, testing and internal transformation. Hercules, son of Zeus and Alcmene, was born with divine ... More

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