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Greek Mythology 101

Greek Mythology 101

What is a myth? �Our word myth is derived from the ancient Greek word

What is a myth? �Our word myth is derived from the ancient Greek word muthos; meaning a spoken or written story �Myths are broken into three main types: legends, pure myths, and folktales

Types of myths: Legends Deal with real events and people, but also has unreal

Types of myths: Legends Deal with real events and people, but also has unreal elements. Example: Homer’s account of the Trojan War Pure Myths Relates directly to religion and ritual practices. Example: Creation stories Folktales Mythical stories intended for the uneducated and has a moral and cautionary message.

Common Themes in Greek Myths: �Fate �Conflict �Bloodshed �Heroes Quest �Beauty �Love

Common Themes in Greek Myths: �Fate �Conflict �Bloodshed �Heroes Quest �Beauty �Love

The Beginning of the World Cronos devouring his children Titans imprisoned in Tartaurs

The Beginning of the World Cronos devouring his children Titans imprisoned in Tartaurs

The End of Man �Should Cronos escape mankind will be terminated Wrath of the

The End of Man �Should Cronos escape mankind will be terminated Wrath of the Titans

King of the Gods Word Definition Crooned Bile To sing or speak gently Yellowish

King of the Gods Word Definition Crooned Bile To sing or speak gently Yellowish greenish fluid produced by the liver Flummoxed Confused After reading answer the following in your notebook: 1. What type of myth is this? Explain your answer. 2. Why did Zeus’ siblings and uncles fight with him? 3. Who are the two brothers of Zeus and how did they divide up the universe? 4. How did Zeus become king? 5. What role might this myth have played in the lives of ancient Greeks?

Mount Olympus and the Gods

Mount Olympus and the Gods

Classes of Gods 1. The Olympians (Ex. Zeus) 2. Gods who lived elsewhere (Ex.

Classes of Gods 1. The Olympians (Ex. Zeus) 2. Gods who lived elsewhere (Ex. Hades) 3. Demi-gods (Ex. Hercules) 4. Personifications (envy)

Zeus – king of all the gods & goddess

Zeus – king of all the gods & goddess

Poseidon – god of oceans, earthquakes, & horses

Poseidon – god of oceans, earthquakes, & horses

Hera – queen of all the gods & goddess; goddess of marriage

Hera – queen of all the gods & goddess; goddess of marriage

Demeter – goddess of agriculture

Demeter – goddess of agriculture

Hestia – goddess of family & home

Hestia – goddess of family & home

Athena – goddess of wisdom

Athena – goddess of wisdom

Ares – god of war

Ares – god of war

Apollo – sun god, god of music, poetry, & archery, god of medicine

Apollo – sun god, god of music, poetry, & archery, god of medicine

Artemis – goddess of hunting, the moon, and protector of women in childbirth

Artemis – goddess of hunting, the moon, and protector of women in childbirth

Hermes – God of guidance; Messenger of the gods

Hermes – God of guidance; Messenger of the gods

Aphrodite – goddess of love and beauty

Aphrodite – goddess of love and beauty

Hephaestus- God of fire and forge

Hephaestus- God of fire and forge

Hades – god of the underworld

Hades – god of the underworld

Characteristics of a Greek Hero: �Demi God – half mortal and half god; favored

Characteristics of a Greek Hero: �Demi God – half mortal and half god; favored by a god or goddess �Born into royalty �Abandonment at a young age �Performs an amazing feat(s) �Goes on a quest or journey

Labor Characteristic The Nemean Lion Brute strength The Hydra Brains; thinking man The Sword-Tusked

Labor Characteristic The Nemean Lion Brute strength The Hydra Brains; thinking man The Sword-Tusked Boar Brains and Brawn The Brass Birds Brains and Armor The Sacred Deer Gentleness and Patience The Augean Stables Physical Labor; Brains The Amazons Diplomacy and Mutual Respect Diomedes’ Horses Brains; tamer of evil The Fire-Breathing Bull Brute Strength The Monster’s Cattle Brains and Brawn The Three Golden Apples Brains Capturing Cerberus Disguise; Brains

Hercules’ Conflicts Character vs. _______ �Character Tasks: �Self 1. Finish �Nature reading �Society Hercules

Hercules’ Conflicts Character vs. _______ �Character Tasks: �Self 1. Finish �Nature reading �Society Hercules myth �Fate 2. Complete handout

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