The Heroine Who Defied the Law for the Honor of Her Family
Discover the history of Antigone, the myth, the tragedy of Sophocles, the conflict with Creon and its timeless symbolism.
Myths & Epics
The Myths and Epis Ancient Greek Tradition forms the basis of Greek mythology and epic literature. Through narratives full of gods, heroes and legendary events, they explain the creation of the world, the relationship of people and divine forces, as well as the values of ancient society.
This category includes: cosmogenic myths, the heroic circles and big epics like Iliad and Odyssey, as well as later epic accounts such as Cypriot Epis and Theban tradition. Legends and epics are not just stories, but cultural texts that influenced the literature, art and philosophy of the West.
Persephone Myth
Persephone: The spring goddess and Queen of the Underworld The myth of Persephone Persephone is one of the most complex and symbolic forms of Greek mythology. She is at the same time a goddess of spring, the rebirth of nature and Queen of the Underworld, wife of Hades. This dual role makes it a symbol of the eternal cycle ... More
The myth of Atlantis
Atlantis: the lost kingdom of the Atlantics and the myth of divine hybrid Atlantis doesn't just belong in the realm of myth· It is located at the border between the philosophy, cosmogony and moral teaching of ancient Greece. It is one of the most enigmatic and timeless myths, a lost world where Atlantis, descendants of gods and... More
The flood of Deucalion
The deluge of Deucalion is one of the most shocking myths of ancient Greek tradition, an account of the punishment, destruction, and the rebirth of mankind. «Zeus threw plenty of rain from heaven to flood most of Greece, resulting in the destruction of all people, except those ... More
Pandora's box
What is “Pandora’s Box”? The myth of Pandora explains how opening the box unleashed all the evils in the world
Daedalus and Icarus
One of the most timeless myths of Greek Mythology The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus The myth of Daedalus and Icarus begins long before the birth of Icarus. Daedalus, according to tradition, was an unparalleled sculptor. In one of Plato's dialogues, Socrates mentions a legend according to ... More
The Creation of the Galaxy in Greek Mythology
Discover how Greek mythology explains the creation of the Milky Way, through the myth of Hera, Zeus and Hercules.
Cosmogenic Myths of Hesiod | Theogeny & Genesis of the World
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
Argonaut Campaign: Jason and the Golden Fleece
Discover the Argonaut Campaign, the epic journey of Jason and Argonauts for the Golden Fleece, through his myth, history and symbolism.
Homer’s Odyssey
Discover the Odyssey of Homer: the journey of Odysses, the basic themes, heroes and its timeless heritage.