How Planets Were Named: Matching Traits to Greek and Roman Gods
The Romans strategically named each planet in the solar system after their gods (and one Greek god), aligning the planets’ traits with those of the gods. Let’s find out how!
Mythology
Poseidon, Greek God – Core Myths, Symbolism and Essential Facts
Poseidon is an Olympian god who holds dominion over the seas and governs earthquakes and storms. He is identified in the Roman world as Neptune. Explore all the crucial facts
Greek Gods Cheat Sheet – Instantly Identify the Olympians
Even when you’re familiar with Greco-Roman mythology, it may be tricky to remember which Greek (or Roman) god is who. For example, would you be able to recognize the Olympian
Medusa, the Snake-Haired Gorgon – Sources, Summary and Analysis
Key points of the myth of Medusa Medusa was once a beautiful maiden with long, lustrous hair. The sea god Poseidon, who desired her, raped her in the temple
Automatons – the “A.I.” of Ancient Greek Mythology?
Automatons were lifelike machines designed to perform tasks such as protection, entertainment, or assistance. This is similar to the purpose for which we build AI today. Automatons were mentioned in
Tricks to Instantly Recognize the 12 Greek Gods in Classical Art
Although you’re familiar with greco-roman mythology, you may have a hard time recognizing each of the 12 greek gods on sculptures and classical paintings. There is a trick! Learn their
What Are the 12 Months Named After?
Each day of the week was named after a god. How about other units of time, say… months? Well, it turns out that the 12 months of the year were
Western Mythology on a Timeline
I created this timeline with the classical era in mind. (Zeus, Athena, Dionysus, etc.) I wanted to visualize their period of prevalence in humanity’s timeline, along with other religious eras
How Planets Were Named: Matching Traits to Greek and Roman Gods
The Romans strategically named each planet in the solar system after their gods (and one Greek god), aligning the planets’ traits with those of the gods. Let’s find out how!
Poseidon, Greek God – Core Myths, Symbolism and Essential Facts
Poseidon is an Olympian god who holds dominion over the seas and governs earthquakes and storms. He is identified in the Roman world as Neptune. Explore all the crucial facts
Greek Gods Cheat Sheet – Instantly Identify the Olympians
Even when you’re familiar with Greco-Roman mythology, it may be tricky to remember which Greek (or Roman) god is who. For example, would you be able to recognize the Olympian
Medusa, the Snake-Haired Gorgon – Sources, Summary and Analysis
Key points of the myth of Medusa Medusa was once a beautiful maiden with long, lustrous hair. The sea god Poseidon, who desired her, raped her in the temple
Automatons – the “A.I.” of Ancient Greek Mythology?
Automatons were lifelike machines designed to perform tasks such as protection, entertainment, or assistance. This is similar to the purpose for which we build AI today. Automatons were mentioned in
Tricks to Instantly Recognize the 12 Greek Gods in Classical Art
Although you’re familiar with greco-roman mythology, you may have a hard time recognizing each of the 12 greek gods on sculptures and classical paintings. There is a trick! Learn their
What Are the 12 Months Named After?
Each day of the week was named after a god. How about other units of time, say… months? Well, it turns out that the 12 months of the year were
Western Mythology on a Timeline
I created this timeline with the classical era in mind. (Zeus, Athena, Dionysus, etc.) I wanted to visualize their period of prevalence in humanity’s timeline, along with other religious eras
