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Greek Mythological Stories



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There are some stories that Greece has to offer, regardless of whether you are a Greek Mythology fanatic or just curious. These stories include The Argonauts and Hercules, Hercules to Odysseus as well as Hermaphrodite and the Golden Fleece.

Hercules

Hercules, a Greek hero, was born to Zeus (Alcmene) and was named after Zeus. Hera wanted Hercules to be killed when he was a young man. He fought her and killed bears and serpents, but Hera didn't succeed in killing him. Later, Eurystheus introduced Hercules as a penitent. Hercules completed 12 labors to repay his actions.


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Odysseus

Legendary figure in Greek mythology is Odysseus the hero. He was the king and protector of Ithaca. His fame grew during the Trojan War, when he became an icon in Greek mythology. He is also noted for being one the most brilliant people in Greek mythology. He was even able to fool Paris into taking Helen.

Hermaphrodite

The Greek mythology describes Hermaphroditus as a handsome boy. He was the son Aphrodite and Hermes. Hermaphroditus, a beautiful lover and father of many beautiful children, grew up to become an outstanding father. Hermaphroditus was so handsome that Salmacis, the naiad, tried to rape his body. Salmacis tried to make Hermaphroditus his forever companion, but the Naiad tried to rape Salmacis.


The Titanomachy

The Titanomachy, a story from Greek mythology, is about the birth of Zeus in Lydia. It recounts Zeus's birth in Lydia and the battle with the Titans. Zeus, who was the ruler and creator of the universe decided to separate the world into three distinct parts. He used the longest straw. Gaia (the ruler of the Underworld) and Uranus (the straw's other ends) were responsible for drawing the straw. Hades, the ruler and ruler of the Underworld was the one with the shortest straw. However, not all Titans were allied with Zeus and his son, and some mythological stories even tell of a different Titaniad.

Sisyphus

Sisyphus was a mythological figure from ancient Greece. He lived in Ephyra, later to become Corinth. He was Enarete and Aeolus' son. He was also known for his cunning. He is also known as the father of Odysseus the Greek hero and was considered to be the most intelligent man of his age. Sisyphus is also reputedly to have invent the Isthmian Games. This festival was held in honor the sea god Poseidon.


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The Golden Fleece

The legendary Greek mythological item called the Golden Fleece (Greek mythology) is a legendary item that Jason coveted. Jason believed that if Jason could get it, he might regain his father’s throne in Thessaly as the king. The Fleece is believed to be held by the ancient kingdom of Colchis, which is now located in modern-day Georgia.



 



Greek Mythological Stories