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An essay discussing the idea of generational deity in Greek mythology, as compared to the monotheistic beleif system of historically parallel Israel.

This article shares information about how the Greek and Roman gods and goddesses came to be.

What's not to love about ancient Greek mythology? There are all-powerful Gods with human drives and emotions. There are heroes chalk-full of flaws, social hook-ups galore, cheating in every sense of the word, killing, revenge, and more killing. Sure sounds exciting.

A comprehensive look at who's who in the pantheon of Greek mythology.

In specific concern to Greek and Roman mythology, there were all sorts of paintings, statues, vases, sculptures, and other forms of art, contained in specific "rooms" or portions of the museum dedicated to ancient Greece and Rome.

There are many Greek Gods. Writers like to write a good story.

This is an idea I came up with to use while teaching THE ODYSSEY and the mythology unit which accompaies it

The differences between Greek and Roman Mythologies are startling apparent, and though there are various similarities, the values and beliefs of each culture are illustrated via their myths and stories.

Since ancient times, certain animals have been considered sacred and even worshipped as Gods or demi-gods.

There is a pair of goddess from classical mythology that are a shining testament to creativity.

By translating the symbolic meaning of the archetypes contained in Greek mythology, we decipher the hidden message present in these images and stories, parallel to the meaning that can be understood by our conscious mind.

In ancient Greek mythology, the cycle of life and death and the hope for a serene afterlife are encapsulated in the myth of the goddess Persephone.

This shows a parallel between Greek mythology and King Arthur.

"Heroic Age" is an anime series that has aired from April 1 and will finish airing its original run on September 30, 2007 in Japan.

Mythology reimagined from a feminist point of view.

Did God create culture or Did culture create God?
A unique look through one mythological god Orion.

Mythology is filled with endless stories about warriors and gods, which tell tales of quarrels and battles that went on a long time ago. But one god popped up in a lot of myths about adultery or murder or disputes with humans. His name was Poseidon.

The first part in a series exploring the wrath of the Greek gods. This article deals specifically with Athena and the myth of Arachne

In Atwood's feminist take on the original myth, Orpheus loses Eurydice a second time because of his inability to regard her as an individual with free will rather than simply the object of his desire.

Dressing as a Greek God for Halloween is both a fun and creative idea. The basic costume required for a Greek God is very simple, requiring only a few props to be identifiable, and won't end up taking a lot of time and money to pull together.

This paper will look at the aspects of Wicca from ritual ceremonies to the environment in which Wicca is practiced. Wicca is not new, it just "is".

Ireland is rich in stories of heros, gods and goddesses. This is but a brief introduction to myths and legends of Ireland.

If you have an interest in Mythology or Paganism then you may already know some or all of the Gods and Goddesses listed in this article.

Age of Mythology allows you to chose from three civilisations: Greek, Egytptian and Norse. This is an introduction to the Greek civilisation.

An exploration of religion viewed as mythology and where spirituality fits in.

It is easy to see the awesome power of the character Hermes in Greek mythology and his counterparts in other mythologies. He is a cunning and intelligent god that resorts to the mischief of thievery in the most desperate of times.

An overview of the connection between ancient Greek myth and Frank Herbert's best selling Dune series.

Dressing as a Greek Goddess for Halloween is both a fun and creative idea. There are several Greek Goddesses to choose from, so you can be the beautiful Aphrodite or the hunter Artemis

From the beginning of history the sea has been considered a source of religious and artistic inspiration, and varied civilizations emphasized the role of the sea as an expression of the power of the gods over the universe and over human destiny.

It is quite clear by the tales of the mythological gods that they are beings with faults just like humans, and the ultimate goal of the telling of these faults is to improve human morality.

Although now obscure, the goddess was once the premiere worshipped diety of the world. Her forgotten history is interesting.

Every culture, tribe, race, and person has some belief regarding Gods and Goddesses, even if it is a strong belief that neither exist.

A basic introduction, by a former student of Wicca. This will cover Wicca as I learned and practiced it - a genuine religion, not a convenient fantasy.

In a world that revolved around the stories and legends of the past, there may lie a hint of truth.

Ancient sculptures, statuettes and figurines of wide-ranging artistic interpretations of the human form were a way in which man translates the revelation of his many gods.

Greek and Roman mythology hold great fascination to society, revealing ancient culture's beliefs and ideologies. Mythologies weave magical accounts of gods, goddesses, giants, monsters, and ordinary humans performing extraordinary acts.

This article shares information about the Celtic gods and goddesses.

If you are familiar with the FTD or the Goodyear logo, then you already know of Hermes. In works of art, Hermes is often portrayed wearing his trademark winged hat, but in his numerous feats and adventures he wore many more hats. Shall we count the ways?

When you think "mom", you probably don't think along the lines of, say, murder, incest, or cannibalism. Right? Well, the ancient Greeks kind of did. In their myths, anyway.

This article shares the story of Pyramus and Thisbe who may have been the prototype for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

The University of Colorado at Boulder offer classes in literature, culture, and thought of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.

This article describes the acruate account of Aeneas, the Trojan warrior.

This article provides an excellent description of Actaeon. It deals with the similarity between him and Achilles and tells of his tales.

There are many variations of what is thought to have happened at the beginning of time. The ancient Greeks believed that Eurynome rose from chaos and created the world as we know it.

Both H. A. Guerber's The Myths of Greece and Rome and William Hansen's Classical Mythology: A Guide to the Mythical World of the Greeks and Romans serve as great resources and bases of knowledge to anybody interested in classical, especially Greek, mythology.

Celtic mythology is filled with stories of nature.

This article deals with the Greek myth that establishes the beginning of the werewolf story.

Greektown is a neighborhood of Greek restaurants on Halsted Street, just south of the Loop in downtown Chicago, Illinois. The following are the best Greek restaurants in Greektown in the Windy City.

Greek drama developed from the Greek Dionysian festivals. It began as a simple festival in honor of the Greek god Dionysus. The crude songs and dances developed into a dithyramb
and included a chorus.

A graduate school level research paper written on Norse Mythology. The class was taught by Dr. Martin Arnold, one of the foremost experts in Norse mythology in the world.

Playing the AI in Creative Assembly's popular strategy war games is too easy, so try spicing your game up with a little roleplaying. This article will use Rome: Total War as an example.

Since William Blake did not hold with many of the teachings of the Christian Church, he invented a personal mythology.

When Christianity spread through Western Europe the pagan tribal gods were often eradicated. However, in Ireland the Celtic Gods remained, playing minor roles in the larger Christian story.

To study Persephone is to study a goddess of great mystery and striking contrasts. She has a dual nature and is even known by two different names. She is Kore; goddess of spring and fertility, a beautiful maiden beloved by her mother, picking flowers in a field.

The word mythology comes from the Greek language meaning "fable", "tale", or "speech", but came to donate something that can't be true. Early Historians often considered writers of myths as telling fables that were often untrue.

This article explores the origins and myth of the goddess Hekate (sometimes spelled Hecate); goddess of the night, magic, witchcraft, and the spirit world.

A comparison of the Greek and Roman historical analyses that would fuse with the rise of the Roman Empire.

Here are the cheat codes and hints for Age Of Mythology PC.

Enjoy the sights, sounds, and culture of Greece in metro-Atlanta. Atlanta Greek Festival information available here.

The contraversial and long awaited "The Da Vinci Code" is now playing at theatres world wide. What will be the result? Religious revival or religious revulsion?

An analysis of Christopher Marlowe's decision to tie in mythological themes into his work.

A review of Jason and the Argonauts.

An essay discussing what we, as Americans value in our national heroes in comparison to the mythological heroes of Ancient Greece.

This articles shares information about the many cultural beliefs surrounding the willow tree.

From the pantheon of Greek Gods and Goddesses to the elaborate beauty of Greek architecture there was a unique quality of the culture that still lends an air of mystique to its history.

The terms religion and spirituality can sometimes have a common linkage, such as the connection with God.

Age of Mythology allows you to choose between playign as Greek, Egyptian, or the very special Norse.

Age of Mythology is a real time strategy game that allows you to chose between playing Greek, Egyptian or Norse civilisations.

Below are some of the deities that may be used in rituals and wiccan spell casting that come from Greek times

Mythology is vital and alive for us today. The Twilight of the Gods, a story from Norse mythology, reflects our rite of passage from childhood innocence to adult reponsibility.

Discusses the nature of religion in contrast to spirituality. Attempts to separate the two. References to God.

This article examines some of the questions that scholars have about the Trojan War between Troy and the Greek city states...

God of War is simply one of the best action games to come out in a long time.

The second-tier deities you probably haven't worshipped lately. Here's why.

The goddess Hera, a beautiful woman with a very jealous side.

This article provides the true mythological account of Achilles from birth to death.

I have said it before, and I will happily say it again. Computers and Autism definitely mix! In another article, I talked about how much PC Games can help a child with Autism learn.

Comic books have always been popular with the American people, but in recent decades their popularity has increased dramatically. Film seems to be America's choice of form for pop culture, and comic book adaptations seem to be limitless lately.

There are over 20 different types of "theism," or religious doctrines and belief systems

There are many myths about the founding of the Roman Empire.

a book review of Steven Sora's newest book

The endurance of myths in our cultural lives.

Using similes, Milton implies that whether one is born with a predisposition to evil or not, one still always has a choice as to whether or not to act upon that evil.

A review of the online game Mythos. Mythos is a strategic game set in ancient Greece that rewards patience and careful planning. While action gamers will be bored, the cerebral crowd will find it fun and challenging.

A holy God cannot accept unclean people to worship him. Jehovah give laws concerning Cleanness to the nation of Israel. Jehovah is honored if his worshippers are clean. Cleanness promote good health.

This particular narrative discusses my own personal religious journey from being raised religiously, to becoming a die hard atheist, to becoming the philosophically spiritual being I am now. I offer two new insights on how I view God.

Greek mythology, hot stars, what can go wrong? Apparently quite a bit....

In Euripides, "Bacchae," several archetypes are portrayed by the character

Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh will attend the 133rd Running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 5. According to Greek mythology, mint is a sign of hospitality. What else will the Queen be doing?

Pixelus is a Greek mythology-inspired game where you must slide tiles into place and complete mosaics in temples in order to get to the next level. Your ultimate goal is obtain an audience with the Greek god Zeus.

In Greek mythology, Proserpine is the daughter of Ceres and the wife of Pluto. She is thus the goddess of Hades (that is, the kingdom of the dead), and her Garden lies on the border of Hades. Swinburne uses the myth to express a mood.

An exploration of snakes, especially cobras and pythons, as metaforms. Written for "Metaformic and Feminist Theory" (December 27, 2002) from the perspective of a woman who has lived with snakes and has been trained as a modern day Snake Priestess.

Reference to herbs and their medicinal properties have been found in Egyptian tombs, Greek mythology, and even the Bible.

Mothers Day is right around the corner. Are you thinking about what to give your Mom for Mothers Day? Are you trying to think of a great way to celebrate/ I have some tips that should create a Mothers Day you special Mom will never forget.

A look at Roman and Greek goddesses of love.

With a history possibly stretching back into the 1930s, the Neo-Pagans religion claim of goddess worship in the Stone Ages seems to be an outright fabrication. If this information is readily available, who perpetuates this idea?