Greek Mythology

The myths of ancient Greece, although old in terms of time, convey a message that continues to have relevance for modern society and, in particular, women of today. While little appears to be known about the traditions that preceded and engendered Greek myths, indications from anthropological artifacts suggest that the earliest inhabitants of the region of what is today Greece engaged in an agrarian culture and worshiped female deities. (p.145) These goddesses were commonly associated with three functions: life, death, and rebirth, in conjunction with the female pro-creative powers. Their stockpile of powers was subsequently divided and assigned to separate ...