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Well many words derive from the gods' names, such as volcano from the roman god Vulcan, and many words derive from the Greek muses (eg. museum etc.). Also, my grandma always used to say 'By Jove' when we were in trouble, Jove being the Roman for Zeus.
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Can you use Greek gods names in scrabble?
No because is still a name! If you can't use your own name, you can't use a Greek god or goddess' name!
How did temples play a part in Greek life?
Temples were very important because the greeks had a very great influence to gods. They built great temples with decorations. They were very serious in matters of gods. They were a regular part in greek life. They were for religious use and they are equivalent to the church across the street.
What was one similarity between the religious practices of the Persian Empire and those of the Greek civilisation?
Multiple gods each with their sphere of influence in human affairs, in an unscientific world where unknowns were given a religious answer. Even today, when we have scientific answers people still use the god answer.
Do greek Gods have Birthdays in Months we use nowadays?
Greek gods thought of birthdays as monthly instead of yearly recurrences: every month, days 1-4 and 6-8 were sacred to particular gods or divine entities amounting to some 60 days a year: Day 1: New Moon, Noumenia.
What tools did Greeks use to make art?
In the Greek myths there was no great variey. Most common were bows and arrows. Though most gods had bows, some gods had a lance or spear. Poseidon had his trident, Zeus a bunch of lightnings. Hercules had a big sword.
Does the Speech in the Virginia Convention use allusions to the Bible and Greek mythology?
yes
What Roman literature we still use today?
All the stories about Gods like Zeus and the super heroes. Many modern movies and books are based on Roman and Greek legends. Even products are named after Roman/Greek gods. Nike is a perfect example of a modern product based on a ancient story. The use of these stories is constantly used.
What do Greek people use today?
as in?
How do gods use the name of Styx?
Styx is the Underworld river the Greek gods and goddesses swear oaths upon.
Where is Greek mythology in your language today?
Greek mythology is still present in modern languages through the use of phrases, idioms, and expressions that reference Greek gods, goddesses, and myths. These references can be found in literature, art, music, and popular culture, highlighting the ongoing influence of Greek mythology on contemporary language usage.
What is the Greek gods' most prize weapon?
Most of them use a bow and arrows.
What is Medusa's symbol in Greek mythology?
Her head she didn't use it but some gods did.
Can you use Greek gods names in scrabble?
No because is still a name! If you can't use your own name, you can't use a Greek god or goddess' name!
Shakespeare use of greek gods?
Romeo and Juliet came from the story of Pyramus and Thisbe
How many greek alphabets are there?
There is only one Greek alphabet in use today.
What is the connection to mythology greek gods and world cricketers?
Greeks actually use their gods to control world of cricket. what should be individual or team score, how batsman will get out, who will win etc all is controlled by them......and that is done by greek humans using their gods powers in the process
How do you use smite in a sentence?
In ancient Greek myths the gods would smite those who displeased them.
