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- 1. Greek Emblems & Mythology History of the Book- VGB3U4
- 2. Table of contents Greek Mythology 01 02 03 04 05 06 Defining the concepts Greek Emblems Transition from Myths to Emblems Who are the Greeks? New knowledge
- 3. Why is Greek mythology so important? 01
- 4. —— André Malraux, 1901-1976, French writer & statesman “Ancient Greek mythology is the western of the Renaissance.”
- 5. Who are the Greeks
- 8. Greek mythology Greek Mythology is a group of epic* stories about Gods, Goddesses, heroes, creatures and the rituals* of Ancient Greece. Most of these stories were told by the Ancient Greeks to their families and friends over many generations.
- 9. Greek Emblems A Greek emblem is an abstract or representational pictorial image that represents the concept, moral truth, gods and goddess of the Greek Myths. .
- 10. Linking Greek myths and Emblems Myths The Myth is an imaginary tale, a word –picture Emblems Emblem is an ideograph, either in the form of a simple diagrammatic image (thun- derbolt of Zeus, the weather - deity), or in the shape of a natural object (eagle of Zeus, the sky-god; and also, in some cults, an analogue of the sun -god).
- 11. GODS/GODDESS EMBLEMS/SYMBOLS MYTHS Hydra The Hydra is a serpentine water monster. It is described as a humongous snake sea monster with approximately nine heads. Zeus – Jupite Zeus was the King of the Gods and the god of the sky, weather… Zeus is associated with the thunderbolt. In Roman mythology his name is Jupiter Hades – Pluto Hades is the god of the dead and the king of the underworld. Poseidon – Neptune Poseidon was the god of the sea, earthquakes, floods, drought and horses. In Roman mythology his name is Neptune.
- 12. Apollon – Apollo Apollon, was the Olympian god of prophecy and oracles. He is also the god of music, song and poetry… Aphrodite – Venus Aphrodite was the Olympian goddess of love, beauty, pleasure and fertility. Her emblems include a dove. Athene – Minerva Athena was the Olympian goddess of wisdom and knowledge, war, weaving, pottery and other crafts. Hermes – Mercury Hermes was the god of herds and flocks, travelers and hospitality, roads and trade, language and writing, athletic contests, gymnasiums, astronomy and astrology.
- 13. Hygeia was known as the Greek goddess of health and hygiene, as the name might suggest. She was associated with Asclepius; whose rod is now an emblem of health care all over the world. Bowl of Hygeia Greek Myths and Emblems
- 14. The Gorgons emblem was associated with any of the three sisters whose hair was made of scary, venomous snakes and who had a terrifying expression. Gorgons Greek Myths and Emblems
- 15. The Hecate has been linked with crossroads, entrance- ways, light, magic, witchcraft, ghosts, sorcery, necromancy, and the knowledge of herbs and toxic plants. According to feminist traditions, the wheel of Hecate emblemizes the power of knowledge and life Hecate’s wheel Greek Myths and Emblems
- 16. Known as the Knot of Hercules, Love Knot, and Marriage Knot. The emblem of the Hercules Knot is made out of two intertwined ropes that, according to the Greek myth, emblemizes the fertility of God Hercules Hercules knot jewelry Greek Myths and Emblems
- 17. It was built to hold the monster, Minotaur, that was later killed by Theseus. was designed by the legendary artificer, Daedalus. In the English language, the word “labyrinth” is used interchangeably with the maze. Labyrinth Greek Myths and Emblems
- 19. Long Stories Short (new knowledge) GREEK Mythologies Emblems Myths and emblems are very closely related, they are both emblemic presentations or substitutes, resembling that for which they stand. The myth is an imaginary tale, a word - picture; and the emblem is an ideograph, either in the form of a simple diagrammatic image Greek mythology emblems are present in our everyday lives whether we know it or not The ancient Greeks had many different gods and goddesses – hundreds of them – and they are reflected through us through our language.
- 20. References ❖ References ❖ dev, S. U.-. (2020). The Greek gods: Full list and background. Athens Tours by Local Experts & Greece Trips. Retrieved October 13, 2022, from https://greektraveltellers.com/blog/the-greek- gods#:~:text=Zeus%2C%20Poseidon%2C%20Hera%2C%20Hestia,%E2%80%9Cthe%2012%20Olympian%20Gods%E2%80%9D ❖ Greece High Definition (2021). Holy emblems of the Greek gods. Greece High Definition. Retrieved October 13, 2022, from https://www.greecehighdefinition.com/blog/2021/4/17/holy-emblems-of-the-greek-gods ❖ Baldwin, A. (1915) Emblemism On Greek Coins. American Journal of Numismatics (1897-1924), 49 89-194 https://www.jstor.org/stable/43589909 ❖ Admin. (n.d.). Greek emblems. Ancient Emblems. Retrieved October 13, 2022, from https://www.ancient- emblems.com/greek_emblems.html ❖ Greek mythology emblems - Greek mythology meanings - graphic and meanings of Greek mythology emblems. Emblemikon. (2022, April 22). Retrieved October 13, 2022, from https://emblemikon.com/meanings/greek-mythology-emblems-meanings/ ❖ About New World Encyclopedia (Ed.). (2017). Greek mythology. About New World Encyclopedia. Retrieved October 13, 2022, from https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/greek_mythology ❖ Thornhill Pollard, J. R. (2022). Greek mythological characters and motifs in art and literature. Greek Mythology. Retrieved October 16, 2022, from https://www.britannica.com/topic/Greek-mythology/Greek-mythological-characters-and-motifs-in-art-and-literature ❖ Tatlock, J. M. (1917). Greek and Roman Mythology. New York The Century Co. https://doi.org/https://brittlebooks.library.illinois.edu/brittlebooks_open/Books2009-06/tatlje0001grerom/tatlje0001grerom.pdf ❖ The Editors of Give Me History, "Top 23 Ancient Greek Emblems With Meanings," Give Me History, March 9, 2021, https://www.givemehistory.com/emblems-of-greece.
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Editor's Notes
- Knowledge of Greek mythology has long-influenced society in subtle ways. It has shaped culture and tradition, directed political systems and encouraged problem-solving. Greek myths explained many elements of the natural and physical world and phenomena that were in existence. Greek myths also served as a connection to religion in ancient Greece. Greek myths explained how gods originated, their lives, afterlife and other elements of living.
- No wonder André Malraux who is a French writer , adventurer , politician and intellectual rightly attested that and I quote “Ancient Greek mythology is the western of the Renaissance.
- About 2,500 years ago Greece was one of the most important places in the ancient world. The Greeks were great thinkers, warriors, writers, actors, athletes, artists, architects and politicians. The Greeks called themselves Hellenes and their land was Hellas. The name ‘Greeks’ was given to the people of Greece later by the Romans. The people built fantastic temples, made scientific discoveries, wrote plays and founded the first proper democracy. The final period of Greek history is known as the Hellenistic period. This lasted from 323BC to 30BC, when the Romans conquered Greece. The Romans didn't destroy Greek life. They respected the Greeks and copied many things about their culture, including their buildings, beliefs and clothes.
- Ancient Greek myths and legends have been told through the written word on the pages of great books, poems, plays, and film scripts, the imagery on pottery, artists’ canvasses and sculptures, and even through spoken word throughout history. The tales that have captivated many a mind have served as great moral triumphs and lessons and have highlighted the many pitfalls, imperfections, and crucial mistakes of the infamous gods, goddesses, and heroes on whom they are based upon.
- Although the word emblem and symbol are often used interchangeably, an emblem is a pattern that is used to represent an idea or an individual. Also, an emblem develops in concrete, visual terms some abstraction: a deity, a tribe or nation, or a virtue or vice
- Based on this linkage, it becomes almost impossible to talk about Greek Myths without linking it with symbols and emblems. Which we will be looking at the next slide.
- In Europe, the bowl of Hygeia is a common emblem found outside pharmacies. In the United States, a mortar and pestle emblem can commonly be found. This emblem has been associated with pharmacies since 1796. In fact, it was also present on a coin that was minted for the Parisian Society of Pharmacy.
- Since the Gorgons had an extremely terrifying expression, they were used to deter thieves and were placed on wine kraters in temples. A belt of serpents and snakes was used to bring the Gorgons together Hercules Knot.
- In ancient Greek religion and mythology, Hecate is a goddess who is usually shown as holding a pair of torches or a key. In later depictions, she appeared in triple form. Hecate has been linked with crossroads, entrance-ways, light, magic, witchcraft, ghosts, sorcery, necromancy, and the knowledge of herbs and toxic plants. In Wiccan traditions, the Hecate’s wheel emblem represents three different aspects of the goddess, including the mother, maiden, and crone. According to feminist traditions, the wheel of Hecate emblemizes the power of knowledge and life.
- It is mostly used as a marriage emblem that represents eternal love and undying commitment. The emblem of the Hercules Knot is made out of two intertwined ropes that, according to the Greek myth, emblemizes the fertility of God Hercules. Interestingly, the Hercules Knot was used in ancient Egypt as a healing charm. However, it became known as a token of love among the ancient Greeks and Romans, as well as a protective amulet. It was also made a part of a bride’s girdle that was later untied in a marriage ceremony by the groom.
- According to Greek mythology, the Labyrinth was designed by the legendary artificer, Daedalus, and consisted of a complex confusing structure that was built especially for King Minos of Crete at Knossos. It was built to hold the monster, Minotaur, that was later killed by Theseus. Daedalus had constructed the Labyrinth in such a complicated way so that Theseus could not easily escape it. In the English language, the word “labyrinth” is used interchangeably with the maze.
- Greek mythology emblems are present in our everyday lives whether we know it or not. It is deeply embedded into our everyday culture, as even a lot of the movies we see, books we read, the music we hear, and yes – even products we buy – are deeply influenced by the Ancient Greek mythologies and symbols which now converted into emblems. The ancient Greeks had many different gods and goddesses – hundreds of them – and they are reflected through us through our language on an everyday basis.