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Understanding Deities: Key Concepts in Classical Greek Mythology

Explore the essential definitions related to deities in classical Greek mythology. This guide explains critical terms such as 'deity' and 'Olympian', detailing their significance and relation to Mount Olympus. Discover what attributes define gods and goddesses, including their spheres of influence and provenance. Delve into the family tree of Olympian gods, including the roles of Khronos and Rhea as parents of prominent deities like Zeus, Poseidon, Hera, Hestia, and Hades. Gain insights into the rich tapestry of Greek mythology and its enduring influence.

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Understanding Deities: Key Concepts in Classical Greek Mythology

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  1. Latin Project By Kyle Supko

  2. definitions • Deity- a god or goddess • Olympian-pertaining to Mount Olympus or dwelling thereon, as the gods of classical Greece. • Attribute-something attributed as belonging to a person, thing, group, etc.; a quality, character, characteristic, or property: Sensitivity is one of his attributes. • Sphere of influence-any time in which one deity wields dominant power over another or others. • Provenance-place or source of origin.

  3. Citing of definitions • Dictionary.com | Find the Meanings and Definitions of Words at Dictionary.com. Web. 06 Oct. 2010. <http://dictionary.reference.com/>.

  4. Olympian parents • Khronos- father of Zeus, Poseidon, Hera, Hestia, and Hades • Rhea- mother of Zeus, Poseidon, Hera, Hestia, and Hades

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