Greek myth Archive

Empusa – Shape-Shifting Evil Female Demon In Greek Myth And Folklore

AncientPages.com | June 3, 2020

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The empusa initially appears in the mythology of classical Greece as a frightening female monster. She is a demonic vampire without a shape

Ancient History Facts

Ancient Greek Myth Reveals The Olympic Games Were Founded By A Cheater

AncientPages.com | August 4, 2016

AncientPages.com - Punishment for cheating and bribery in the Olympics of ancient Greece could include fines, public flogging and statewide bans from competition. Ironically, according to ancient Greek mythology,

Mythical Danaides: Daughters Of Danaus Condemned In Hades To Eternal Punishment

AncientPages.com | March 22, 2016

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - There are many crimes in ancient Greek myths. This story is about a terrible crime committed by forty-nine maidens, who were later punished

In the relief, Heracles has his crook in his right hand and a seven-headed snake in his left hand. It is one of the artifacts that should be taken under protection. Credits: DHA photo

Archaeology

Ancient Relief Depicting Heracles With His Crook And A Seven-Headed Snake Should Be Protected

AncientPages.com | December 14, 2015

AncientPages.com - An ancient relief depicting Heracles with a crook in his right hand and a seven-headed snake in his left hand can be found in an ancient quarry