The Greek god Pan was not one of the major Olympian deities, yet he was still prominently featured in Greek mythology and became synonymous with paganism in Neo-Platonic and early Christian philosophy. What is Pan the god of, though, and what are Pan’s symbols? Pan is known as the god of the wild who watches…
In the mythology of ancient Greece, the Greek goddess Tyche was considered the goddess of destiny and fortune. She was also regarded as the goddess of money and was prayed to by those wishing to attain greater wealth. Tyche’s symbols include the rudder and cornucopia. Let’s find out more about the role of the Greek…
The art of the ancient Greeks has been deeply influential in the history and development of Western art. Even today many contemporary artists from across the globe still reference the artforms and styles that originated in Greek antiquity. While most people associate the art of ancient Greece with sculpture from the Classical period, the art…
For centuries, Greek mythology has held a significant place in the art world as one of the most influential subjects in art history. From antiquity to the Renaissance and beyond, Greek mythology has captivated many artists to relive the aesthetics of Classical Greek art and explore new representations of characters from Greek mythology. In this…
There are many famous Greek statues that survived the many centuries between the fall of ancient Greece and the modern day. Many more were likely lost, but we can only focus on those that did manage to survive. In this article, we are going to examine fifteen of the most famous and influential ancient Greek…
What is Demeter the goddess of and what is Demeter known for? The Greek goddess Demeter is known in ancient Greek mythology as the goddess of agriculture. She presided over crops and the earth’s fertility, and her domain of influence also included birth, health, and marriage. Let’s find out more about Demeter’s personality, and answer…
Who did the Greek God Hades choose to be his wife and what is Hades the god of? Hades is the Greek god of the mythological underworld, and his consort is his niece, Persephone. This article will explore the mythology of the Greek god Hades, discover Hades’ symbols, and answer questions such as, “did Hades…
What was the Battle of Saratoga all about and why did the Battle of Saratoga happen in the first place? The Battle of Saratoga is regarded as a defining moment in the American Revolutionary War. The outcome demonstrated that the Americans could hold their own against Britain, paving the way for an alliance with France….
Who were the 12 Olympian gods and goddesses, and what role did they play in the Greek pantheon? That is the main question of today’s article on the gods of Olympus. We will, however, also be looking at the 15 other gods that may not technically be Mount Olympus Gods, but are also regarded as…
While we may like to believe that open communication can solve most conflicts in life, in reality, humans have often had to resort to warfare to settle disputes over territories, ideologies, natural resources, religious views, and countless other issues. The most important battles ever fought resulted in huge shifts in the way we subsequently lived…
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