Just like today, ancient civilizations used myths and stories to understand their world and the phenomenon of this universe. The myths from ancient Greece have impacted the world in many ways, and most remain relevant even today. Learn the many characters, gods, people, and stories that make up this rich mythology.
Metis was a Titaness and a Greek goddess of wisdom, prudence, and deep thought. She was known for her intelligence and cunning nature and was often associated with wisdom, smart advice, and strategic planning.As a goddess of wisdom, she embodied the concept of using intelligence and careful planning to navigate difficult situations. One of the …
The Fates – originally called the three Moirai – were the goddesses responsible for the destiny of one’s life. The extent of their influence over the other Greek gods is debated, but the control they exercised over the lives of humans is incomparable. They predetermined one’s fate all while permitting the individual to make their …
Zephyrus, in Greek mythology, is the god of the west wind. He is often depicted as a gentle and mild breeze, bringing spring and warmth to the world. Zephyrus was one of the Anemoi, the wind deities in Greek mythology, and he was associated with the season of spring. Zephyrus is sometimes portrayed as a …
Hypnos was a Greek god of sleep who lived in a dark cave in the underworld and made his appearances at night to let the people of ancient Greece sleep. Also, he would literally serve the people their dreams if he felt this to be appropriate. He and his sons appeared in the dreams of …
Orpheus of Greek mythology was no god. He wasn’t a king, either. He was a hero, but not the Heraclean kind. Orpheus was a renowned bard from ancient Thrace that played a mean lyre. And his story, complicated and sad as it is, still inspires the devoted artists and romantics of today. Who is Orpheus? …
Psyche was the Greek and later Roman goddess of the human soul. In artistic representations, she was most commonly depicted as a beautiful woman with butterfly wings (the Greek word psyche meant both “soul” and “butterfly”). But she did not begin as a goddess. According to the tale of Psyche and Eros, Psyche began as …