Giants of a Hundred Hands, Fifty heads, and One Eye

The Hecatoncheires and Cyclopes are extraordinary gigantic beings. They were born from the union of Gaia and Ouranos. Gaia is the Earth goddess, and Ouranus was a Sky deity this means that these giants and their Titan siblings were born from the Union of Heaven and Earth. However, Uranus saw their births as mistakes. InContinue reading “Giants of a Hundred Hands, Fifty heads, and One Eye”

The Cosmic Dancer and the Serpent of Chaos

Eurynome and Orphion: The Mysteries of Creation and the Serpent’s Cult In the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, amidst the pantheon of gods and goddesses, Eurynome and Orphion stand as enigmatic figures. They stand as a separate but equally important myth of cosmic creation and birth of the Greek Pantheon. From the cosmic dance ofContinue reading “The Cosmic Dancer and the Serpent of Chaos”

Ouranus: The Primal Sky

The Primordial Sky and the Birth of Titans Also known as Uranus, Ouranus stands as the grandfather of the Olympians, the Father of the titans and one of the first born to Gaia herself. He is the primordial personification of the sky—a deity whose influence extends far beyond the celestial realm. With his pride andContinue reading “Ouranus: The Primal Sky”

Thalassa: The Ancient Sea

The Depths of the Sea Goddess Thalassa’s role in the Greek pantheon and her appearance in it is somewhat complex. This is primarily because of the lack of information on her. We know she is a primordial sea goddess, and that she was usually coupled with Pontus the ancient sea, but her origins and birthContinue reading “Thalassa: The Ancient Sea”

The Cretan Bull

The Cultural Tapestry of Ancient Crete In the rich fabric of Cretan culture and religion, the great bulls emerge as symbolic icons. These bulls weave together myths, archaeological findings, mythologies, and literary narratives. Central to this intricate maze are the myths of Europa, Pasiphae, the Minotaur, King Minos, and the captivating traditions of bull dancing.Continue reading “The Cretan Bull”

Minotaur, Lord of the Labyrinth

The Minotaur, a being described as being half man and half bull. It’s a creature of legend and myth, and holds a unique place in Greek mythology. With its intriguing parentage, name, and the iconic tale of Theseus, the Minotaur myth has inspired scholars and readers for millennia. Let’s delve into the labyrinthine world ofContinue reading “Minotaur, Lord of the Labyrinth”

The Good Greek Doctor, Asclepius

Asclepius, was known as the divine healer of Greek Myth and lore. He was the revered god of medicine and healing in Greek myth. His story of life and death crosses between the realm of the dead, the human world and the eventual rising to the status of god. Born to Apollo, the god ofContinue reading “The Good Greek Doctor, Asclepius”

The Disguises of Zeus

Zeus really is one of the most dynamic of the Ancient Greek gods. Sure he eventually transitioned into the Roman Empire and changed his name to Jupiter but nothing will top the amount of rich and interesting stories born from the shenanigans of the Greek Zeus. Let’s take a look at the ten times thatContinue reading “The Disguises of Zeus”

The Seven Wives of Zeus

All hail the almighty Zeus, the great god of thunder, the highest of the high, and the king of the gods and Olympus. He is known for freeing the many handed and cyclops from the underworld, bringing down the era of the Titans and leading the charge against the Gigantes. However as many of youContinue reading “The Seven Wives of Zeus”