Myths and Epis of Ancient Greece - Greek Mythology

Persephone, goddess of spring and queen of the Underworld

Persephone Myth

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Persephone: The goddess of spring 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...

Atlantis, the lost kingdom of the Atlanteans, featuring circular architecture, temples dedicated to Poseidon, and concentric canals in Greek mythology

The myth of Atlantis

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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. This is one of the most enigmatic and timeless myths, a lost world where Atlantis, descendants of gods and...

Deucalion and Pyrra in an ark during the flood of ancient Greek mythology

The flood of Deucalion

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The Deluge 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. In old times, when people had forgotten justice and respect for the gods, the earth was filled with insult, violence...

Pandora Box – Myth, Interpretation & Symbolism

Pandora's box

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Το κουτί της Πανδώρας Τι είναι το «Κουτί της Πανδώρας»; Ο μύθος της Πανδώρας εξηγεί πώς το άνοιγμα του κουτιού απελευθέρωσε όλα τα δεινά στον κόσμο, αφήνοντας μέσα μόνο την ελπίδα. Ποια ήταν η Πανδώρα; Το ίδιο το όνομα της Πανδώρας παρέχει ενδείξεις. Στα ελληνικά, η λέξη «Πανδώρα» μεταφράζεται ως «παντοδύναμη» ή «αυτή που φέρει…

Daedalus and Icarus

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Daedalus and Icaros One of the most timeless myths of Greek Mythology The Myth of Daedalus and Icarus The myth of Daedalus and Icarus begins long before Icarus' birth. Daedalus, according to tradition, was an unparalleled sculptor. In one of Plato's dialogues, Socrates mentions a...

The Creation of the Galaxy in Greek Mythology

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The creation of the Galaxy in Greek mythology Galaxy is the galaxy in which our planet and our solar system are found. If you look at the sky on a clear night, without light pollution, you will see billions of stars forming a bright zone. In ancient times, the Ancient Greeks called it the Galaxy, while the educated Romans...

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

Cosmogenic Myths of Hesiod | Theogeny & Genesis of the World

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The Theogeny 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 foundation text of Greek mythology. Chaos – The beginning of everything According to Hesiod: «First born Chaos...» The...

Jason holds the Golden Wool Skin with Argonauts and Medea in Colchis

Argonaut Campaign | Jason, Argonauts

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Argonaut Campaign | Jason, Argonauts Jason and the Golden Fleece Dera Extensive summary of the mythical campaign of Argonauts The history of Jason and Chrysomallus Deratos is one of the most famous and iconic narratives of Greek mythology. This is a myth full of adventure, betrayal, divine intervention and magic, which highlighted Jason as a...

Homer’s Odyssey

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The Odyssey: A Journey Through Time and Literature Odyssey, attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, is one of the most important works of western literature. Composed in the 8th century BC, this epic tells of the adventurous journey of Odysses, king of Ithaca, as it tries to return home after the Trojan...

Jason leads the Argonauts on their journey – illustration inspired by ancient Greek art.

Jason & Argonaut Campaign

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Jason & Argonaut Campaign The story of Jason and Argonauts is one of the most famous accounts of Greek mythology. At its center is the mission to acquire the Golden Fleece from the far Colchis. The Golden Fleece, however, was originally derived from a mythical animal: the Golden Kriari, known as Aries Chrysomallus. Like...

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