Helen of Troy is one of the most prominent figures of ancient Greek mythology, and her birth is nothing short of a miracle.
The ancient Greek story of Orestes and Pylades is an enduring tale of friendship, and devotion, tested by danger, death, and ...
The team looked for an explanation as to why the myth involved a seventh bright star, visible to the naked eye. Running ...
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The Greek Gods and Goddesses

The ancient Greek world was shrouded in mysticism. And this world was ruled by a handful of omnipotent beings called ...
The origins of Rome have been debated for centuries but one tale has prevailed over the rest: twin brothers Romulus and Remus ...
At The Met, “Divine Egypt” brings a 3,000-year pantheon of gods to life through sculpture, relief, and sacred art.
One of the greatest stories ever told, Homer’s Odyssey follows Odysseus on his perilous journey home from Troy. This ...
The massive success of movies like Troy and 30 has led to a resurgence of interest in Greek mythology and history.
Classical Greek texts feature many examples of mortals acting against advice and experiencing adverse consequences, such as Icarus flying too close to the sun or Pandora opening a box containing evils ...