Introduction to Mythology Western Literature November 11, 2014
Dec 22, 2015
Introduction to MythologyWestern LiteratureNovember 11, 2014
What is mythology?
• Myth: (noun) A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events. • Denotation: A type of story that explains a
phenomenon.• Connotation: Myths are usually false. THIS IS
NOT THE DEFINITION THAT WE ARE USING TO DISCUSS MYTHOLOGY.
Journal #5 – November 11, 2014
In your journal, answer the following questions in complete sentences: 1. What does “mythology” mean to you? 2. What is your favorite myth?3. What different Creation stories do you
know of? Explain the origin of each myth (as defined on the earlier slide).
Famous Greek & Roman Gods/GoddessesTake notes on the following figures of Greek and Roman mythology. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJCm8W5RZes
MOUNT OLYMPUSHome of the Gods
Originally Thought to be a
Real MountainFinally Came to be Thought ofas a Floating
Mountainin the Sky
ZEUS (Roman Name:
Jupiter)Supreme Ruler of the Gods
His weapon was the mighty THUNDERBOLT
He falls in love frequently and often acts on it
(even though he is married)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsGRBy3Kel0
HERA (Roman Name: Juno)
Zeus’ Wife and SisterProtector of Marriage and
Married WomenVery Jealous of Zeus’ Numerous
Lovers
HADES (Roman Name: Pluto)
Lord of the UnderworldRuler of the Dead
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thuFj74xJeM
POSEIDON(Roman Name: Neptune)
Ruler of the Seas and Oceans
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxKvd-G2J4c
DEMETER(Roman Name: Ceres)
Goddess of Corn and Agriculture
Her Moods Affect the Seasons
Her daughter Persephone is abducted by Hades to the Underworld.
https://
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceIrhgLnniU
PERSEPHONE(Roman Name:
Proserpine)Goddess of Spring
She was Kidnappedby Hades
Later Made theQueen of the Underworld
Spends Half the Yearin Hades, Half on Earth
APHRODITE(Roman Name: Venus)
Goddess of Love and Beauty
Wife of Hephaestus
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSWgvvampnw
HESTIA(Roman Name: Vesta)
Goddess of the Home
ARES(Roman Name: Mars)
God of War
Son of Zeus and Hera
None of the Other Gods Like Him Much
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAQ-MdbHksw&list=UUKphg9yQbc0cLoQ2hLcsESw&index=21
ATHENA(Roman Name: Minerva)
Battle Maiden and Goddess of Wisdom
(and Battle)While Adopted by Hera,
She is the Daughterof Zeus Only
(Sprang from his Head)https://
www.youtube.com/watch?v=99Vvx8L5xQo&list=UUKphg9yQbc0cLoQ2hLcsESw
HEPHAESTUS(Roman Name: Vulcan)
God of Fire and the Forge
He is the Only Ugly God
Husband of Aphrodite
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUdfp3qQuY0&list=UUKphg9yQbc0cLoQ2hLcsESw
APOLLO(Roman Name: Apollo)
Twin Brother of Artemis
God of Music and Poetry
God of Light and Truth
False Words(Never Told a Lie)
His Oracle at Delphiwas the Most Popular
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPIg8JcXvH0
ARTEMIS(Roman Name: Diana)
Twin Sister of Apollo
Goddess of the Moon and the Hunt
Lady of the Wild Thingshttps://
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oetQ0PivMws
HERMES(Roman Name:
Mercury)Messenger of the Gods
Has Wings on Sandalsand Cap
Appears the Most Oftenof All the Gods
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnbIwNM1Pac&list=UUKphg9yQbc0cLoQ2hLcsESw
EROS(Roman Name:
Cupid)The Greek God of Love
and Attraction
In some myths, he is the son of
Aphrodite and in others he is a
primordial God
Story of Eros & Psychehttps://
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is1NdrgJ5Mg
DIONYSUS(Roman Name:
Bacchus)The Greek God of Fertility and Wine
A Patron of the Arts
He invented wine and spread the art of tending grapes. He has a dual nature. On the one hand bringing joy and divine ecstasy. On the other brutal, unthinking, rage. Thus, reflecting both sides of wine’s nature. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ce5lrfQN0Bk
Reader’s Theatre for “Prometheus and Pandora”• ACTORS: Give us your best performance!• AUDIENCE MEMBERS: Enjoy the
performance and take notes of important quotes from the story.
You will write an analytic response paragraph about this story at the conclusion of our performance. Pay attention!
Analytic Response Paragraph• After reading “Prometheus and Pandora,” respond to the following
prompt using a main claim, evidence to support your claim with at least two direct quotes, and commentary to warrant how your evidence proves your claims.
• Do not use 2nd person (“you”) in this paragraph because your response should have a formal academic tone.
• Your response paragraph is worth 25 points. PROMPT: What is the purpose of the myth of Prometheus and Pandora? Be specific with your response and defend your claims with direct quotes from the text.You will be evaluated on the following components:
/ 5 Clarity of claim / 5 Use of direct quotes / 5 Use of commentary / 5 Maintains a formal academic tone / 5 Mastery of the English Language (Grammar and Mechanics)
TOTAL: / 25 points
Homework Assignments
• Complete your analytic response paragraph for “Prometheus and Pandora.”
• HONORS: Keep up with your reading with
How to Read Literature Like a Professor. Five responses are due on December 1st!