Greek mythology is a traditional culture that started back 2,700 years ago, and is prevalent to this day due to its exciting and colorful tales. Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, Aphrodite, and Athena are just some of the main characters of Greek mythology. A hundred more of them are waiting for their stories to be known to … Read more
What if a toy you have always liked so much that you have clothed, taken care of, and treated as a pal suddenly comes to life? That is what magically transpired in the myth of Pygmalion and Galatea, his statue-turned-muse. It was so inspiring that themes of artistic passion, how artists value their works and … Read more
What was Pandora’s box? A classic tale that teaches a moral lesson about curiosity, the myth of Pandora’s box is still a favored topic until today. Who were the characters involved in the myth of Pandora’s Box? Zeus is the king of gods and a centerpiece in this myth. Clouded by anger due to Prometheus’s … Read more
It is often said that much of the knowledge of the ancient world was lost in time. For instance, there is much that we do not know about Ancient Greece regardless of the efforts of past scholars in preserving such knowledge. Much of this knowledge would pertain to the worship of an entire pantheon of … Read more
There is no doubt that much of modern culture was greatly influenced by Greek Mythology. From the arts to modern storytelling, much of what we take for granted today traces its roots to the myths of ancient Greece. Greek myths run an entire gamut of stories ranging from envious gods to terrifying monsters and, of … Read more
From the strongest ocean waves, the very first Hippocamp emerged. In an attempt to make the most beautiful animal on the planet, Poseidon created a creature that embodies the beauty and power of the sea. So what is a hippocamp in Greek Mythology? Associated with the daughters of Nereus, the Hippocamps were ridden by the … Read more
If you have seen the Disney animated film Hercules, you would know that the film featured a group of bronze-skinned, Gospel-singing divas that sang and commented on whatever was happening in the film. What you may not know, however, is that these singers were no mere cartoon characters inserted by Disney to make the film … Read more
The Myth of Theseus and the Minotaur In the heart of the labyrinth lies a vicious monstrosity, hidden in the shadows, waiting for the supple meat of an Athenian child. The story of Theseus and the slaying of the Minotaur is one of the well-known Greek mythologies that were passed down from one generation to … Read more
What is Mount Olympus? Mount Olympus in Greek Mythology is the home of the Greek Gods and the tallest mountain in Greece. It has been said that it is about 9,570 feet tall. The term “Mount Olympus” usually refers to a specific mountain in Greece, but sometimes can refer to any high place where gods … Read more