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고전의 확장/Greek & Roman Mythology30

Episode 6 – Poseidon: The Might of the Sea God 🌊 Who Is Poseidon?Poseidon, alongside Zeus and Hades, is one of the three main Olympian gods. He is the god of the sea, earthquakes, and horses. His wrath brought about quakes and tidal waves, while his favor promised prosperous sea voyages.⚓️ Symbols and PowersPoseidon's signature symbol is the trident. With it, he could split the sea, form islands, and stir earthquakes. He rides a chariot pul.. 2025. 7. 5.
Episode 5 – Zeus vs. Hera: The Mythological Origin of Marital Conflict 🌌 Introduction – Were the Gods’ Marriages Ever Peaceful?In Greek mythology, Zeus and Hera are the most famous divine couple. Yet, their relationship resembled a dramatic tale of jealousy, betrayal, and power struggles rather than an ideal marriage. Why did they fight so often, and what did those conflicts signify?💼 Marriage of Zeus and Hera, and PowerAfter defeating Cronus, Zeus became king of.. 2025. 7. 5.
Episode 4 – The Completion of the 12 Olympians 🗺 Introduction – Why Are the 12 Olympians Important?The ancient Greeks interpreted all natural phenomena—thunder, rain, war, harvest, love, and death—as divine will. At the center stood the deities residing atop Mount Olympus, collectively known as the 12 Olympians. They were not only explanations for life but also powerful symbols of the cosmos’ fundamental order.🌿 The Genealogy of the Olympi.. 2025. 7. 5.
Episode 3 – The Birth of Zeus and the Titan War 👶 The Birth of ZeusThe Titan king Cronus, ruler of the heavens, lived in constant fear of fate. A prophecy warned that just as he had overthrown his father Uranus, one of his own children would one day dethrone him. To prevent this, he swallowed each child at birth—Hestia, Demeter, Hera, Hades, and Poseidon.⏳ Cronus’ Fear and the Devouring of His ChildrenTrapped by dread, Cronus believed that c.. 2025. 7. 4.
Episode 2:The Fall of Uranus and Rise of Cronus A tale of sky and earth born from chaos, and a son who overthrew his father. 🌀 The Beginning of Myth: Union of Sky and EarthIn the primal chaos, the first being to come into existence was Gaia, the goddess of Earth. She gave birth to Uranus, the god of the sky, without any assistance. Together, they became the primordial couple of mythology, symbolizing creation. Their offspring included the Ti.. 2025. 7. 4.
Episode 1: The Beginning from Chaos – Chaos and Gaia 1. The Origin of the World Through MythGreek and Roman mythology was born from the ancient human desire to explain the origins of gods, humans, and the world. Before philosophy or science emerged, people sought the beginning of the world through imagination and mystery. In Greek mythology, the beginning of the cosmos was far from simple. It did not begin in perfect order, but rather from a prese.. 2025. 7. 3.