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1 Greek Mythology

2 Myth Usually about gods with greater powers than humans
Explain the origins of the world “Mythology” is the word used to describe all the myths of a particular society

3 Purpose of myths Explain how things came to be
Teach people about the values and beliefs that are important in their society Contain deep religious significance to those who believe them

4 gods Zeus-ruler of the gods Poseidon-god of the sea
Hades-god of the underworld Ares-god of war Hephaestus- god of metalworking Hermes-messenger of the gods

5 goddesses Aphrodite-goddess of love Artemis-goddess of the hunt
Athena-goddess of war Demeter-goddess of agriculture Hera-protector of marriage Hestia-goddess of home

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