Greek Mythology

In Greek religion and mythology, Dionysus is regarded as the Greek god of fertility and wine. In several cases, he is also regarded as the patron deity of agriculture and theater. A major figure of Greek mythology, some associated him with the symbolization of libido and gratification. For some he was the inspirer of ritual madness and ecstasy as well. Whether Dionysus was an Olympian or not has been an issue of debate for a long time, but various Dionysus facts indeed make him one of the immortal characters of mythology. Facts About Dionysus Greek gods and goddesses have been the subject …

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Aphrodite is the Greek goddess of love, beauty and desire. She is also associated with the sea, fertility and vegetation. Mostly depicted as a beautiful woman, Aphrodite is quite often shown accompanied by Eros – the winged god of love. Some of her prominent attributes include dove, apple, mirror and scallops shell. According to ancient Greek mythology, Aphrodite punished those who neglected her worship and despised her power, and favored and protected those who paid homage to her and recognized her powers. Birth of Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love According to the ancient literature there are two versions of her birth. …

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Hephaestus is a part of the ancient Greek pantheon. He was worshiped and honored as the god of technology and fire. This made him the natural patron of blacksmiths, craftsmen, artisans and sculptors. He was also associated with phenomena like volcanoes and wildfires. Hephaestus: The Greek God of Fire Hephaestus was lame and had a rather grotesque appearance. The cult that was established on the propagation of mythology surrounding him was based in the ancient Greek city of Lemnos. Hephaestus was symbolized by an anvil, a hammer and a pair of tongs, the equipment that is a common sight at any smithy. He is usually portrayed …

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Dionysus, is also referred to as Bacchus, a Roman god, and was widely celebrated in theaters depicting Greek culture. He is one of the most celebrated deities of Greek mythology, and has many names like ‘The Resurrection God’, ‘The Wild Man’ or the ‘Liberator’, freeing one from the routine lifestyle. Dionysus’s story brings forth the pros and cons of revelry and ecstasy through drugs, spiritual experiences or alcohol. Dionysus – The Greek God of Wine Dionysus was born to the mighty Greek God Zeus and the beautiful moon goddess Semele, during the reign of the Titans. But Zeus had not disclosed his identity to Hera. …

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The Temple of Artemis was a place of prayer, built in a swampy area of Ephesus city and was dedicated to Artemis (Lady of Ephesus), a Greek Goddess. Artemis was also known as the Goddess of nature, birth, virginity, and fertility. She was known as the Goddess of fertility and was covered with symbols of fertility. The Temple of Artemis was destroyed as many times as it was built, but was built at the same place over and over again. The physical appearance of the temple was extraordinary, but it did not stand a chance of existence. Perhaps, no other holy place or temple …

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Ancient and modern scholars have studied Greek mythology for years. Greek mythology deals with the origins and many other features of the lives of various Greek gods and goddesses. These are inclusive of many other mythological creatures. In ancient Greece, mythology was always considered as a part of Greek history. Certain myths were used to explain in detail about various things associated with this culture. In Greek mythology, Uranus represents the personification of the sky. He is known as the God of the sky. Greek God Uranus is also known as Ouranos. (Uranus is the Latinized form.) Greek God Uranus is …

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The Greek words ‘posis’, meaning lord or husband and ‘don’ derived from ‘dea’ meaning goddess, must have given birth to the word Poseidon. Poseidon is the Greek God of the Sea. Cronus and Rhea are the parents of Poseidon. He has five siblings – Hestia, Demeter, Hera, Hades, and Zeus. Poseidon is also known as the God of Earthquakes and the God of Horses. Dolphins, tridents and three-pronged fish spears are the symbols associated with him. It is believed Poseidon, god of the sea lived in a palace made of coral and other precious gems under the ocean. The ancient …

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Has Cupid ever struck you with his arrow to make you fall deeply in love with someone? Well, Cupid, the God of love is an important figure in Roman mythology. Where as, as per the Greek mythology, Eros has always been the God of love in all forms. Eros – God of love is worshipped for many reasons. This God is a prominent figure in Greek mythology. Eros is also known as the liberator. (Eleutherios) There are many versions in Greek mythology that speak about the God of love and lust- Eros. As per the myth, Eros was the son …

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Both the ancient Greeks and the Romans favor Apollo, the Sun God. He is known as Apulu in Greek (Etruscan) mythology and as Apollo in Roman mythology. He is beauty personified. He is not only the Sun God but also known as the god of beauty, music, arts, medicine and poetry. Sculptures and paintings of Apollo depict him as a handsome young man holding lyre and the bow and arrow. His symbol is an egg or the symbols of Delphi’s oracle (tripod or omphalos). The Greek god Zeus is the father of Apollo and Leto, the nymph is the mother. Her husband’s …

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Gaia, the beautiful, rose up,Broad blossomed, she that is the steadfast baseOf all things. And fair Gaia first boreThe starry Heaven, equal to herself,To cover her on all sides and to beA home forever for the blessed Gods. – Hesoid (A Greek poet who lived in 700 BC) The Greek goddess of Earth is known as Gaia or Gaea. She is considered as Mother Goddess and worshiped in form of a deity by ancient Greeks. She is held in high-esteem in Greek mythology and religion. They believe beginning of life on earth is from Gaia and she is treated as a …

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