How were the Greek gods related to the Greeks?
Greek gods were imagined by the Greeks, so they are related by that.
What is the name of the Greek chorus leader?
coryphaeus
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The exact word in greek is "κορυφαίος" (ko-ree-fe-os)
Were the greek goddess hemera live?
Hesiod, Theogony 744 ff :
"[At the ends of the earth, where lie the roots of earth, sea, Tartaros :] There stands the awful home of murky Nyx wrapped in dark clouds. In front of it [Atlas] the son of Iapetos stands immovably upholding the wide heaven upon his head and unwearying hands, where Nyx and Hemera draw near and greet one another as they pass the great threshold of bronze: and while the one is about to go down into the house, the other comes out at the door. And the house never holds them both within; but always one is without the house passing over the earth, while the other stays at home and waits until the time for her journeying come; and the one holds all-seeing light (phaos) for them on earth."
What are the cause and effects of greek mythology?
Today, Greek Mythology doesn't really have much impact on the world. You will still find temples and things like that for the Greek gods. Though the effects are less than they used to be, Life in Ancient Greece was based around Greek Mythology and he gods. They would worship the gods. You see, for the Ancient Greeks, everything in daily life was the cause of a god or goddess. Zeus made thunder and lightening storms. Demeter let harvests grow to feed the people, things like this. They every much believed that the gods would walk among them and curse anyone you said something against them. So as you can see, yes, in Ancient times Greek Mythology did effect the life's of many people.
What greek goddess was named after June?
Τhere where no greek godess named after June. On the other hand, if you mean Juno, then she was the equivalent of Hera, who was the greek godess of marriage.
What did the Greeks do a long time ago?
The ancient Greeks were the founders of the Olympic games. The games were originally sacred games honoring Zeus. They were also played in the nude. These games are most famous for the discus toss and foot races. You could only be a Greek to enter and women weren't allowed to participate.
Why did Greek become the world language?
Greek became a world language primarily due to the widespread influence of Alexander the Great's empire, which helped spread Greek culture and language across different regions. Greek was also the language of scholarship, commerce, and diplomacy during the Hellenistic period, further solidifying its status as a global language. Additionally, the translation of the Bible into Greek, known as the Septuagint, played a significant role in promoting Greek as a universal language for religious texts.
What did the Romans do with the greek people?
Well, when the Roman's took over Greece, they adapted to their culture. Taking things from theirs and mixing it with the Greeks. For example, the Roman took the architecture and mythology from the Greek people. Though while taking the stories and powers of the Greek gods and heroes told in the stories, they changed their names. Zeus became Juiptar. Ares became Mars. Poseidon became Neptune, feared by the Romans, and so on and so forth. This is how the Roman stayed in power of their huge empire for so long. Taking different things from each place they took over, making them feel like they still had some of their old culture. Happy NOT repels.
Who killed the minatour in Greek mythology?
Theseus son of AEgus and AEthra killed the Minotaur with his bare hands in the Labyrinth- created by Daedalus.
What did the Greek goddess Hebe wear?
What she pleased; also what writers or artists depicted her wearing.
Why are Greek statues still admired today?
Because just bye looking at them they tell alot of history and can tell alot of informaton
Why were the trojans and the greeks enemies?
the greek and trojan are enimies because the trojan kidnapped the wife of the greek king
What did the Greeks use to make statues out of?
There were many forms of materials available to the Greeks to make statues and monuments Of course the most common was marble (because it is strong, weather resistant and doest crack when worked with as it is very porous, not to mention the abundance of marble in the Mediterranean).
There was also bronze statues, made from molding and casting wooden statues. They also made wooden statues (but less frequently, as they figured out it was less durable and less permanent)
What was the name given by the Greeks to any people who weren't Greek?
They called him Barbarous ( varvari ) . Only because of there language because when they speak you could only hear noise like var var var...
It was just a name not any insult
Why is Edesia a Greek mythical goddess?
she is a mythical goddess because she is not real and Romans made up myths or fake stories about her
Who is the greek god of diamonds?
There isn't really a Greek god of diamonds, but Hades is considered the god of wealth and riches. This is because in the Underworld, he has possession of the riches. Since nobody wants to go to the Underworld, he is left alone with his wealth.
What is a greek myth or legend?
a Greek myth or legend is a myth or legend originating from Greek origin.
see, Daedalus and Icarus,
Zeus,Poseidon, hades and thier father kronos,
Theseus and the minotaur etcetcetc