Mythology, History, and Interesting Facts
Cretan mythology is rich in fascinating lore and legends. The island of Crete has a vast history, which has its roots in the ancient civilization known as the Minoan civilization. The Minoans were prevalent on the island between circa 3000 BCE and 1450 BCE. Cretan mythology and the Minoan civilization were an integral precursor to … Read more
The ruler of all the gods, Zeus, was a powerful figure in ancient Greek times, and he is prominent in many of the myths and legends of the era. We recently wrote about Zeus’ children, but here we want to cover another story surrounding the god of sky and lightning. Read on to learn about … Read more
In Ancient Greek Mythology, Zeus was the ruler of all gods. He was also the god of the sky, thunder, and lightning. Born to Cronus and Rhea, Zeus ruled from Mount Olympus, the home of the Greek gods. Zeus had seven wives and many more lovers throughout the span of his reign. As a result, … Read more
Typhon is known as one of the deadliest monsters in Greek mythology, and his malevolent nature made him a feared creature to the citizens of ancient Greece. The giant serpentine beast is perhaps most widely known for his encounters with Zeus, and in this post we’re going to discover exactly how, why, and where Zeus … Read more