Part I - Myths Flashcards
(11 cards)
How did the Greek gods resemble human beings?
They had human feelings and habits, married and had children, required food for strength, and needed sleep to restore energy.
Were the Greek gods completely invulnerable?
No, they could be wounded and sometimes suffered so much that they wished to give up their immortality.
Where did the gods live and gather for special occasions?
On Mount Olympus; each had their own home but met in the gods’ council chamber for festivals.
How did the ancient Greeks view the natural world?
They personified natural forces, believing every tree, stream, sunbeam, and moonbeam was alive with divine presence.
What does ‘calamities’ mean?
Disasters or great misfortunes.
What is a ‘lyre’?
A stringed musical instrument associated with Greek classical music and poetry.
Define ‘solemnity.’
The state or quality of being serious and dignified.
What does ‘preeminence’ mean?
The state of being superior or distinguished above others.
What does ‘deified’ mean?
Worshiped as a god or goddess; treated as divine.
What is the meaning of ‘prosaic’?
Ordinary, lacking poetic beauty or imagination.
What does ‘Celtic’ refer to?
Relating to the Celts, an ancient Indo-European people known for their languages and cultural traditions.
