"Classical mythology, also known as Greco-Roman mythology or Greek and Roman mythology, is the collective body and study of myths from the ancient Greeks and ancient Romans."
The study of the myths and stories from ancient Greece and Rome, including their origins, themes, and significance.
The Greek Pantheon: Greek gods and goddesses and their role in mythology.
The Roman Pantheon: Roman gods and goddesses and their connection to Greek mythology.
Creation Myths: Myths surrounding the creation of the world and humanity.
The Trojan War: The mythological story of the Greek siege of Troy.
Heroes and Heroines: Legendary figures from Greek mythology, such as Perseus, Heracles, and Theseus, and their heroic deeds.
The Underworld: The mythological realm of the dead, ruled by Hades and Persephone.
Mortal Women in Myth: Mythological tales featuring specially named women.
Monsters and Creatures: Mythological beasts such as the Minotaur, Hydra, and Sphinx.
The Olympian Games: May refer to certain mythological (sometimes origin) stories.
Myths about Ancient City-States: Story chronicles the foundation of some prominent Ancient City-States.
The afterlife: Mythological stories that describe what happens after death.
Love and Desire: The myths surrounding love and sex in Greek and Roman mythology, including the stories of Aphrodite and Eros.
Fates, Furies, and Fortune: The mythological ideas surrounding fate and destiny.
Oracles and Prophecy: The mythological practice of prophecy and divination.
Mythological morality: The questions of good and evil within the mythological tradition.
Myths in Modern Day Society: Examination of the impact of myth stories today.
Greek tragedy: The literary genre of drama that grew out of classical Greek theater.
The Homeric Epics: The Illiad and The Odyssey are two of the most famous works of classical literature.
Greek and Roman ideology: An examination of the societal beliefs and philosophies that underpin Classical Mythology.
Creation myths: These are stories about the origins of the universe, the gods, and mortals.
Heroic myths: These focus on the adventures of heroes, such as Hercules, Perseus, and Theseus, who battle monsters and accomplish great feats.
Love myths: These are stories about the romantic relationships of the gods and mortals, such as the tale of Cupid and Psyche.
Family myths: These deal with the relationships among the gods and their children, such as the parentage of the gods and myths concerning sibling rivalry.
Nature myths: These explain natural phenomena and feature gods and goddesses associated with nature, such as Apollo, the god of the sun, and Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and the harvest.
Trickster myths: These stories feature trickster gods, such as Hermes, who use their wit and cunning to cause mischief.
Underworld myths: These deal with the underworld and its rulers, such as Hades, the god of the dead, and his wife Persephone.
Moral myths: These are stories that teach moral lessons and often involve mortals making difficult choices or facing the consequences of their actions.
Epics: These are long, narrative poems that tell the stories of heroic figures, such as Homer's Iliad and Odyssey.
Cosmogonic myths: These are stories that explain the origins of the universe and often involve creation gods or beings.
Foundational myths: These are stories that explain the origins of cities, cultures, and societies, often featuring founding figures and epic struggles.
Cosmological myths: These are stories that explain the structure and workings of the universe, often involving gods or other spiritual beings.
"Mythology, along with philosophy and political thought, is one of the major survivals of classical antiquity throughout later Western culture."
"The Greek word mythos refers to the spoken word or speech, but it also denotes a tale, story, or narrative."
"The Romans, who already had gods of their own, adopted many mythic narratives directly from the Greeks while preserving their own Roman (Latin) names for the gods."
"For example, the Roman sky god Jupiter or Jove became equated with his Greek counterpart Zeus; the Roman fertility goddess Venus with the Greek goddess Aphrodite; and the Roman sea god Neptune with the Greek god Poseidon."
"Latin remained the dominant language in Europe during the Middle Ages and Renaissance, largely due to the widespread influence of the Roman Empire."
"During this period, mythological names almost always appeared in their Latin form."
"However, in the 19th century, there was a shift towards the use of either the Greek or Roman names."
"For example, 'Zeus' and 'Jupiter' both became widely used in that century as the name of the supreme god of the classical pantheon."
"For example, the Roman sky god Jupiter or Jove became equated with his Greek counterpart Zeus."
"Mythology, along with philosophy and political thought, is one of the major survivals of classical antiquity throughout later Western culture."
"Mythology, also known as Greco-Roman mythology or Greek and Roman mythology, is the collective body and study of myths from the ancient Greeks and ancient Romans."
"The Romans, who already had gods of their own, adopted many mythic narratives directly from the Greeks while preserving their own Roman (Latin) names for the gods."
"Latin remained the dominant language in Europe during the Middle Ages and Renaissance, largely due to the widespread influence of the Roman Empire."
"However, in the 19th century, there was a shift towards the use of either the Greek or Roman names."
"For example, the Roman sky god Jupiter or Jove became equated with his Greek counterpart Zeus; the Roman fertility goddess Venus with the Greek goddess Aphrodite; and the Roman sea god Neptune with the Greek god Poseidon."
"The Greek word mythos refers to the spoken word or speech, but it also denotes a tale, story, or narrative."
"During this period, mythological names almost always appeared in their Latin form."
"The Romans, who already had gods of their own, adopted many mythic narratives directly from the Greeks while preserving their own Roman (Latin) names for the gods."
"For example, 'Zeus' and 'Jupiter' both became widely used in that century as the name of the supreme god of the classical pantheon."