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Purposes of Greek Mythology

Purposes of Greek Mythology. English I. Apollo. The Three Purposes of Mythology. To entertain To explain things in nature To emphasize values or beliefs of the Greeks. Athena. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology. #1: Respect for the gods Respect the gods, adhering to rituals of reverence.

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Purposes of Greek Mythology

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  1. Purposes of Greek Mythology English I Apollo

  2. The Three Purposes of Mythology • To entertain • To explain things in nature • To emphasize values or beliefs of the Greeks Athena

  3. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #1: Respect for the gods • Respect the gods, adhering to rituals of reverence. Aphrodite

  4. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #2: The power of the gods • Do not challenge a god in any way. Hermes

  5. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #3: Pride • Overbearing pride (hubris) will lead to one’s downfall (stubborn foolishness). Hestia

  6. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #4: Prophecy • A prophecy is inevitable and unavoidable. Poseidon

  7. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #5: Family • Family loyalty is very highly valued. Artemis

  8. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #6: Hospitality • Always exhibit the highest level of hospitality to guests, including strangers and beggars. Ares

  9. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #7: Burial • Everyone must have a proper burial, even an enemy. Hades

  10. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #8: Revenge • Revenge is an acceptable act of retribution, often seen as necessary for maintaining one’s honor and dignity. Hera

  11. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #9: Promises/Oaths • A promise or an oath is a sacred bond that should not be broken. Zeus

  12. Beliefs/Values of Greek Mythology • #10: Loyalty • Loyalty is highly rewarded virtue, while betrayal is a harshly punished vice. Eros

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