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Foundations of Mythology. Mount Olympus. Home of Zeus and 12 Olympian Gods and Goddesses Located Northeast of Greece, in a region called Thessaly. 12 Greek Gods and Goddesses. Aphrodite- Goddess of love, romance, and beauty. Apollo- Beautiful God of sun, light, medicine, and music.
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Mount Olympus • Home of Zeus and 12 Olympian Gods and Goddesses • Located Northeast of Greece, in a region called Thessaly
12 Greek Gods and Goddesses • Aphrodite- Goddess of love, romance, and beauty. • Apollo- Beautiful God of sun, light, medicine, and music. • Ares- Dark God of war who loves Aphrodite. • Artemis- Independent Goddess of the hunt, the forest, wildlife, childbirth, and the moon. Sister to Apollo. • Athena- Goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts. • Demeter- Goddess of agriculture. • Hephaestus- Lame God of fire and forge. • Hera- Wife of Zeus, protector of marriage, familiar with magic.
12 Greek Gods and Goddess • Hermes- The speedy message of Gods, God of Business. • Hestia- Calm Goddess of home and home life. • Poseidon- God of sea, horses, and earthquakes. • Zeus- Supreme Lord of Gods, God of sky, symbolized by the thunderbolt.
15 Concepts Found in Greek Mythology • Laws of Hospitality • Hubris/ Overwhelming Pride and Arrogance • Power is Transitory • Justice Prevails over Fairness • Never Insult a god • Never know when you’ll meet a god • Trust in the gods for help • Man is at the mercy of the gods • Cleverness is valued • Burial rites are sacred • Always be merciful to the weak • Women are the source of evil
15 Concepts Found in Greek Mythology • Moderation in all things • Suffering is a part of life • Life is not fair
Mythology’s Great Heroes • Perseus • Theseus • Hercules • Percy Jackson?
7 Stage Journey of the Hero • Call to Adventure • Cross Threshold • Sidekick Aid • Road of Trials • Slaying the Dragon • Flight Home • Master of Two Worlds