Sunday, July 19, 2009
Edith's Mythology Number One
The Greek and Roman heroes all have stories and myths. One thing they all have in common is, in their stories, they have gods that are either for them or against them. For example, in the judgement of Paris, Paris gave Aphrodite, rather thatn Hera or Athena, the golden apple. While Aphrodite was on his side because of his decision, Hera was infuriated and made Paris her enemy. This also led to the Trojan War.
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While this is correct, someone already posted this information. Can you find another trait that is repeated in the hero myths?
Another trait repeated in hero myths is love. When a hero, or a character in general, falls in love with someone else, they risk everything. A lot of the characters commit suicide because of love, either because the one they love isn't interested in them, or their lover dies.
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