As a species we humans have been interpreting our dreams at least as far back as recorded history goes, and possibly long before then. Even the ancient… Read more “Decoding Dream Symbolism in Ancient Greco-Rome”
Category: Greco-Roman Mythology
Think Outside the Box: Mnemosyne, Mother of the Arts
Mnemosyne is the Goddess of memory and mother to the Muses, the Goddesses of Art. The relationship between memory and art is an integral part of the human creation process, especially for the ancient Greeks whose epics and stories were passed on orally long before they were written down.
It’s A Dog’s Life: The Roots of Cynical Philosophy
When we throw around the word cynic casually, it usually refers to someone who distrusts the motives of others while looking down on them. This is a… Read more “It’s A Dog’s Life: The Roots of Cynical Philosophy”
Greco-Roman Weasels: Magic, Midwives, and Vengeful Brides
Protecting food and grain stores was a vital element of survival in ancient times, so while ancient Egyptians were busy breeding domesticated cats to keep mice and… Read more “Greco-Roman Weasels: Magic, Midwives, and Vengeful Brides”
Romulus and Remus: Humans Playing Gods, Gods Playing Humans
We live in an age of mythological proportions; animals that have been driven extinct are now being resurrected from the dead. There are, of course, moral implications… Read more “Romulus and Remus: Humans Playing Gods, Gods Playing Humans”
Lady Luck: How to Keep the Goddess Smiling
Ah Lady luck… when she shines down upon you your life becomes so easy, joyous in fact, but once she takes her gaze away the storm clouds… Read more “Lady Luck: How to Keep the Goddess Smiling”
The Fountain of Salmacis: Transgenderism in Greek Mythology
Once upon a time, Aphrodite, the Greek Goddess of Love, was bathing in the Sacred River Achelous, the largest river in Greece. Now, Achelous was a Titan,… Read more “The Fountain of Salmacis: Transgenderism in Greek Mythology”
Cassandra: Screaming into the Void
Have you ever felt that you can see a path of events unfolding, but as much as you try to warn others of the dangers you are… Read more “Cassandra: Screaming into the Void”
Live fast, die young and have a good looking corpse: Sappho Laments Adonis
Like many a youth, I lived fast. However, I’m still not dead; when I do go, I hope my corpse is at least presentable. While the phrase… Read more “Live fast, die young and have a good looking corpse: Sappho Laments Adonis”
Niobe: a Broken Heart in Guise of Shattered Stone
Do you remember Tantalus? He was punished to stand for all eternity in a pool of water, under a branch of low hanging fruit. Whenever he bent… Read more “Niobe: a Broken Heart in Guise of Shattered Stone”