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Aegis was Zeus and Athena's protective shield, and is the name of a modern insurance group The Aegis Group. Ajax was a Greek warrior who cleaned up in battle, and this is the name of a popular house hold cleaner. Apollo was the God of music, and Apollo Theater is a famous music hall in New York City.

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Social studies true or false historians name the Minoan culture in honor of the king of crete in greek mythology?

historians named the Minoan culture in honor of the king of Crete in Greek mythology true or false


What was byzantium eventually named?

Today's modern day name for the ancient Greek city of Byzantium is Istanbul


What month is named after Aries?

A bit of confusion here, I think. Aries is the zodiac sign meaning "the ram". There is no month named after it. "Ares" (note different spelling) is the Greek god of war, called "Mars" in Roman mythology, and the month of March is named for him.


Does mythology appear in modern life?

The physical characters aren't real, but we get many expressions and words from mythology. EXAMPLES:-We get the word Echo from Greek Mythology, who was a woman that was cursed so that she could only repeat the last words people said.-We get narcissistic from Narcissus, a man in Greek Mythology, who all women fell in love with. When he bent down to drink from a pool, he saw his reflection and wouldn't leave the pool, mesmerized by his beautiful reflection. The gods took pity on him and turned him into a flower which is also named after him.-We get Thursday from Thor, the god of lightning in Norse(Viking) Mythology.(Thorsday. See the similarity?)-We get the phrase Achilles's Heel from the man in Greek Mythology who his mother dipped him in the River Styx as a baby, making him invincible everywhere but his heel, where his mother held him by. He was later shot in his heel in battle and killed. The phrase we get this from means something you're not good at. EX: I get all A's in English, but Math is my Achilles's Heel.I would add that since what we consider mythology was once a religion, it's altogether possible that in a few thousand years, humans would look back on OUR religion as mythology.


What is the significance of the Greek solar system in ancient astronomy and mythology?

The Greek solar system held great significance in ancient astronomy and mythology as it was believed to be the center of the universe. The Greeks named the planets after their gods and goddesses, attributing specific characteristics and powers to each one. This system helped them understand the movements of celestial bodies and their influence on earthly events, shaping their beliefs and practices.

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Who is Peninsula In Greek Mythology?

There is no-one named Peninsula in Greek mythology.


Where did Ursa Major come from in greek mythology?

In Greek mythology there is a legend about a girl named "Collesta"


Is there any Emily in Greek mythology?

No, I don't believe there is anyone named Emily in Greek mythology.


What tendon was named after a great warrior in Greek mythology?

The Achilles Tendon is named after a Greek warrior.


How did the Romans determined who their gods were?

They basically took Greek mythology twisted it just a little and named them different things, like for example Pluto is the roman god of the dead but in Greek mythology he is known as Hades.


Do ehcogot parents Greek mythology?

Echo's mother was not named inn Greek Mythology. Her fathers name was Penaeus.


Who named Cassiopeia?

Cassiopeia was named after the queen Cassiopeia in Greek mythology. She was the boastful and vain mother of Andromeda, known for her beauty. The constellation Cassiopeia was named after her as part of ancient Greek mythology.


Who is Kamira in Greek mythology?

In Greek mythology, Kamira was a daughter of Danaus who was worshipped on the Greek island of Rhodes. Principally, she was venerated in Kamiros, which was named after her.


Did Demeter have a child named casey?

No. Not in Greek Mythology.


What are some animals named after Greek mythology?

Some animals named after Greek mythology are Pegasus, Medusa (gorgon), chimera, stymphailan bir(not sure if spelled right),


WHO are Neptune's moons named after?

Helimede is one of Neptune's moons that are named after sea nymphs in Greek mythology. This is regarded as one of the Nereids.


Who is the son of Venus?

In Roman mythology, both Cupid and Aeneas were named as sons of Venus. In Greek mythology Amor (Eros) was named as a son of Aphrodite.