You certainly know of theGreek Gods and Goddesses, like Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades. But what about the Greek Titans? They play an important role in Greek mythology yet have not been popularized in modern culture. Read on to learn more about the 12 Greek Titans and how theyfit into the Gr...
Some famous names in Greek mythology were said to be part of Jason’s crew including Hercules, Orpheus, Nestor, and Theseus. In other words, these Argonauts were more than just crew members. They could fight, as well. Recovering the Golden Fleece Jason was the rightful heir to the throne,...
Who’s Who in Greek Mythology: E for Electra The daughter of Agamemnon, commander in chief of the Greek army at Troy, Electra is a central figure in the cycle of murder and vengeance in ancient tragedy. Atop the rocky heights overlooking the bay of Aulis on the coast of Boeotia, king A...
Greeks honored Rhea, wife of Cronus and mother of the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology. Ancient Romans had a spring festival dedicated to Cybele, also a mother goddess. Called Hilaria, this celebration lasted for three days and included parades, games and masquerades. A more modern ...
the white, elitist thing except to say that, while referencing Roman mythical figures is surely somewhat snooty, Greek mythology softens this brashness with an added scholarly aura – it's more esoteric and almost beyond posh. If Rome were wine it would beBordeaux; Burgundy is undoubtedly Greek...
In Greek mythology, Atlas (/ˈætləs/; Greek: Ἄτλας, Átlas) is aTitan condemned to hold up the heavens or sky for eternity after the Titanomachy. Why did the gods fight the Titans? This event is also known as the War of the Titans, Battle of the Titans, Battle ...
Greeks honored Rhea, wife of Cronus and mother of the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology. Ancient Romans had a spring festival dedicated to Cybele, also a mother goddess. Called Hilaria, this celebration lasted for three days and included parades, games and masquerades. A more modern ...
Tolkien’s idea of smelly, leather-skinned Orcs or Greek Mythology’s gift of Pegasus, the winged stallion? Unfortunately, for each great mythical creature, like giant walking trees (that walk for hours—thank you Kevin Smith), there is a horrendous one. The dreadful creature I want to ...
Greek Mythology: Zeus Zeus, his name is synonymous with Greek mythology and religion. God of the weather and sky he used his powers of wind, lightning, and thunder to uphold the law and keep order. He ruled Mount Olympus as well as the pantheon of gods who lived there. Watching over ma...
Edith Hamilton,Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes Looking for something just as accessible as D’Aulaire’s book but a little more grown up? Edith Hamilton’s 1942 classic retelling of the major Greek myths is the one for you! For many, these versions are the quintessential Greek...