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    Tag: Greek Gods 101

    Goddess Groups: The Muses

    While the Greeks typically regarded and approached their gods as individuals, there were some who could also be addressed in the aggregate–as a group. One such group… Read more “Goddess Groups: The Muses”

    July 9, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    The Family of Asklepios (Asclepius)

    Asklepios, healer-god and son of Apollo, was very likely originally a hero; the worship of heroes in ancient Greece differed from that of deities in numerous ways,… Read more “The Family of Asklepios (Asclepius)”

    June 25, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Hermes

    Hermes is the god of tradesmen and travellers, as well as thieves. As a god of communication he helps with the transmission of messages. He also acts… Read more “An Introduction to Hermes”

    June 8, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Epithets

    Culturally, we probably know the Greek gods better than any other pantheon. We can attribute this in part to artists and poets–Byron and his crew loved our… Read more “An Introduction to Epithets”

    May 31, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Hephaistos (Hephaestus)

    Hephaistos is god of smiths, craftsmen and inventors, particularly metalworkers. Myths and Stories Hephaistos’ first myth is that of his birth to Hera; he may or may… Read more “An Introduction to Hephaistos (Hephaestus)”

    May 24, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Hekate

    Hekate, goddess of pathways and crossroads, is also associated with magic, witchcraft, and ghosts. She is as well a protective goddess, particularly of women, and many houses… Read more “An Introduction to Hekate”

    May 19, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Eros

    Eros is a god of love and passion. His depiction as a young boy with wings and a quiver is relatively late. Myth Several different origins are… Read more “An Introduction to Eros”

    May 14, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Asklepios (Asclepius)

    Asklepios, son of Apollo, is a god of healing and medicine. Born a mortal, he died, but somehow eventually attained a unique status between god and hero.… Read more “An Introduction to Asklepios (Asclepius)”

    May 12, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Dionysos

    Dionysos is god of wine, theater, and ecstasy. He was particularly loved and worshipped by women. Myths and Stories The story of Dionysos’ birth is a dramatic… Read more “An Introduction to Dionysos”

    May 4, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

    An Introduction to Apollo

    Apollo is the son of Zeus and Leto and the twin brother of Artemis; some of his special interests are archery, music (particularly the lyre) and art,… Read more “An Introduction to Apollo”

    May 1, 2015August 13, 2017 by greekpagan

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