Greek Mythology Archive
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Nymphs (in Greek "nýmphē") were long-lived, wonderful female spirits of the natural world who were invisible to mortals but occasionally could be heard by
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In ancient beliefs, the winds were of divine origin, but not everyone agreed on the place of their residence and lineage. However, many
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The two bright stars, shining close together, are Castor and Pollux, two brothers who loved each other so much that they wanted to
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - The centaur head was given to the Danish King Christian V as a gift in 1688. The Danish Captain who served in the
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - This legend is devoted to Cadmus, who in Greek mythology was the legendary Phoenician hero and founder of Boeotian Thebe, husband of Harmony, and one
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - One of many impressive and colorful figures in Greek mythology is Circe, a divine witch and goddess of incredible power. She had the ability to
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Usually, the Sirens were considered daughters of the river god Achelous, either by the Muse Terpsichore, Melpomene, Calliope, or by Sterope, daughter of
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Cupid/Eros is no doubt the most popular of all the Greek gods. Eros's Roman counterpart is Cupid. We believe we know the genesis of
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Greek mythology, the Anemoi are the personifications of the winds, and their origin indicates a connection with the elemental forces of nature. They
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A. Sutherland - Ancient Pages.com - Gods and other mythical creatures often had the help of magical and powerful objects. In myths and legends, these objects are often forged
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - Undoubtedly, ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses were highly significant in the ancient city of Aizanoi. During previous excavations, archaeologists discovered the statue heads
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Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - In the beliefs of ancient Greeks, there is a well-known myth of Hades, a shadowy place where the dead lived. The deceased entered Hades
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The Sarcophagus of the Amazons is a large Etruscan sarcophagus of an unknown artist, dated back to the third quarter of the 4th century BC and preserved in the
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - Archaeological excavations in Syria are currently difficult and dangerous, especially in zones occupied by rebels. The recent finding has already been hailed as
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Once, a young and brave king Aegeus lived in the little town of Athens. At that time, the city was not as prominent
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - According to the Theogony by Hesiod (8th – 7th century BC), Momus was initially an advisor to the Olympian gods. Still, he was
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Graeco-Roman tradition, the Echidna is a gigantic half-woman and half-snake hybrid creature. As a tall, full of charm, and beautiful woman from
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The fascinating ancient Greek legend about Jason and his Argonauts pursuing the Golden Fleece is widely featured in Greek literature. It is a
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - According to Greek mythology, Laocoon was a Trojan priest who offended the gods. As punishment, Laocoon and his two sons were strangled by sea
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In ancient times, the art of memorization was of great importance to people in many cultures. Storytelling and creativity are necessary to cultivate
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Angela Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Greek mythology, Bellerophon was the son of the mortal Eurynome (Eurymede) and Glaucus, the son of Sisyphus and King of Corinth. Still, to many of
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Among the fabled objects in Greek mythology, a precious piece of jewelry is known to bring misfortune to all its owners or wearers. This
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Persephone is a goddess of the Land of the Dead and sprouting grain and fruit in Greek mythology. In Roman mythology, she is
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Greek mythology, Ares was the god of war and violence but was not nearly as prominent in ancient Greece as his counterpart Mars
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Once the wheel of misfortune has been set in motion, it can be challenging to stop it from spinning. Tragedies have an uncanny
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In "Theogony," a Greek poet Hesiod who likely lived around 700 BC, tells about Hypnos, the god of sleep, and his twin brother,
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - It is a literary work that has inspired numerous works of art through the centuries and is considered one of the most touching
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Ancient Greek mythology included gods, beautiful goddesses, gorgeous nymphs, and monsters. Legends and myths about these monsters accompanied seamen and other travelers, making
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Greek mythology is rich in myths and legends about creatures, goddesses, and gods. According to the ancient Greeks' concepts, the gods are definitely
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Jan Bartek - AncientPages.com - This beautiful 2,000-year-old gem seal was found in the drainage canal in the City of David in Israel. It’s a curious artifact because
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Atlantean statues of Tula are four anthropomorphic characters representing ancient warriors who followed a Mesoamerican god king Quetzalcoatl, a feathered serpent. Quetzalcoatl represented
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The most famous garden in Greek mythology was the Garden of the Hesperides. This legendary aromatic place was full of golden apples, which
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Greek mythology, Hades was the god of the dead; his counterpart in Roman mythology is Pluto (from Ploutōn – wealthy). According to a passage
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Cerberus is a famous monster in Greek mythology. Often described as a giant three-headed dog, Cerberus guards the gates of the Greek underworld, ensuring
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David Tee - AncientPages.com - While the story of King Menelaus is found in Greek mythology it may be based on true events. The details have merely been altered
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Some prophets captivate us because they are shrouded in a veil of mystery. There are also those who are interesting due to their
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Karelian-Finnish mythology, Ukko ('grandfather 'or 'old man') was responsible for weather, lightning, and thunderstorms. He controlled the clouds and the harvest of
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The Elysian Fields were a prominent place where the deceased could enjoy an idyllic existence in a land of plenty. If someone was
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Conny Waters – AncientPages.com - People have always turned to a higher power to solve their problems or seek advice. Cursing others was a widespread and popular activity
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Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – The Witcher is a great movie if you are a fan of fantasy. The American series takes us on amazing journeys to foreign
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A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - In Greek mythology, Proteus was a sea god, son of Poseidon and Tethys, and sometimes said to be Poseidon's attendant. His name probably means
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Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Going against the gods' wishes can be dangerous, and King Phineus certainly made the Greek deities furious. Having received the gift of prophecy,
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