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Greek mythology started when Ancient Greeks thought there was no way the Earth could shake and hold up the sky on its own. So they thought, 'Oh, someone must hold up the sky and help the sea!' They made statues to represent the god that they created. Ancient Greeks also believe in gods and goddesses because they follow the tradition of their ancestors. Romans stole their idea, and made their own gods, which have the same powers, just different names. Example: Zeus for Greek mythology and Jupiter for Roman mythology.
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∙ 15y agoTo put it simply, yes. Since mythology was initially passed down by word of mouth, the myths and stories were constantly. Now that we have pen and paper and such stories can be recorded, there are numerous books out there that one can read. However, each individual's perceptions, upbringings, and educations are different from one another. Therefore, each story will vary from another. While each myth keeps the original meaning, details will be different.
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∙ 11y agolets look at this question carefully. Greek mythology is the Greek religion. Well, the ancient Greek religion anyway. But that's just saying did the sun change the sun or did the flowers change the flowers it doesn't really make any sense
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What is the origin of the word zephyr?
My dictionary tells me this: From the late Old English Jefferey, denoting a personification of the west wind, via Latin from Greek zephuros '(god of) the west wind.'dates from the late 17th cent.----------The word "zephyr" originates from the Greek name, Zephyr, the West Wind. There were four chief winds in Greek Mythology, all ruled over by Aeolus, King of the Winds.Boreas was the North Wind.Zephyr was the West Wind.Notus was the South Wind.Eurus was the East Wind.
Where was the first Marathon?
In 490BC when Pheidippedes, a Greek messenger, ran from the Battle of Marathon, to Athens to proclaim the Greek victory over the Persians
What does muse means?
In common language it means inspiration. What inspires you to do something? -One of the Muses. In classical language it refers to goddesses from ancient Greece which had power over inspiration especially in art, poetry, drama, storytelling, etc.However, muse can also mean that you were pondering over something- like "Jake mused over what to wear".
What is the Greek word for shadow?
The Greek word for shadow is skia. This word comes from the other Greek word "skotos" which also means "darkness." The symbols of the word are described as O with a line coming from the top of it, then there is a K, an I, then an a with a accent mark over it.
Why over the year is used in sentence?
Over the year is a phrase used to designate a specific period of time: 1 year.Over the year, the 5th grader grew two inches.He learned over the year how to add fractions.
Are there fairies in greek mythology?
Yes there is. They might not be as famous but fairies have mated with the Greek gods over thousands of years
In greek mythology what presided over arts or sciences?
Muses presided over arts and sciences in Greek mythology. This is why writers and artists often talk about their muses.
What girl chose a mortal over a god in Greek mythology?
Marpessa
When was mount olympus found?
In Greek mythology, Mount Olympus was formed and inhabited by the Greek gods. Since this mountain is over 1,000 years old, we can estimate that it was discovered in the B.C. time era.
Did Eros know that Ares is his father?
The answer to that question is never specified as far as my knowledge of greek mythology goes. But i would assume he did, as greek mythology says he favored his mother over his father.
What does Hades do?
Hades is the Greek god of the underworld, in Greek mythology he watches over it to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Who is the chief of the gods in greek mythology?
Zeus ruled over the gods on Mount Olympus.
Who was a titan who ruled over a great river encircling the earth in greek mythology?
Oceanus
Who are the major gods in greek mythology?
the all time god that is in charge over everyone is zues.
Which Greek created Greek mythology?
The tales say that over millenniums of time rocks, planets, etc. crashed together creating the greek titaness Gaea. The dust shot up into the air making a male named Uranus. They populated children and named their race 'titans'. Kind of like the story in the bible 'Adam and Eve'Answer:The Greek scholar and grammarian, Apollodorus, created Greek Mythology. Though it was the Roman poet Ovid who created Roman Mythology and started off the characters that are now in Greek Mythology. (Greek and Roman Mythology are the same, but have a different telling of stories.)
What is the 2nd famous Greek monster?
There are many Greek monsters in mythology; the favorites and most famous very over from ancient to modern time.
What was Hades known as?
Hades is both the underworld in Greek mythology and the name of the god who presides over that realm.
