PPT-LO: We will use Greek and Roman Mythology to

understand the origin and meanings of new words English I Honors Mr Fleming LO We will use Greek and Roman Mythology to understand the origin and meanings of new words APK You probably recall learning about certain Greek and Roman Gods and myths during your 8. The beliefs of the ancient Greeks reflected the violent storms, volcanoes and earthquakes that were a part of their experience. . Greek mythology is based on legends passed down through generations by word of mouth, so there are many versions of Greek mythology and not all of the stories agree with one another. . 29. th. . and . 30. th. 3. rd. . Class of the Second Semester. Attendance. . Finish going . over the opening mythology notes.. Go over the answers to the mythology questions after all notes are given. Ancient Roman Religion. BELIEFS. Religion . was polytheistic and it was influenced by Hellenistic Greece. . ( Hellenistic Greece - period . between . 323 . BC and . 146 . BC ) . B. elieved . in many gods. . Press and Hold Right Key ->. By . A. shwin . Naresh. Edited by Nithish Narasimman. yaa. yaa. yaa. roar. &%@$. &%@$. &%@$. &%@$. I am . A. res, fear me!. I am . A. res, fear me!. I am . Pages 13. -23. What is Greek mythology?. Greek Mythology is the body of myths and legends belonging to the . a. ncient Greeks concerning their gods and heroes, the nature. of . the world, and the origins and significance of their own cult and ritual practices. e Grade Levels: Subject Areas: Elem Elementary Language ArtsIntermediate Int Sec Science Greek Mythology and the Forms of Energy Printed on Recycled Paper NEED Mission StatementThe mission of The NEE RL.4.4. What is mythology?. Some people use the word myth to mean fake, but…. A myth . is a . actually traditional . story, . especially . one concerning the early history of . people . or explaining some natural or social phenomenon, and typically . About Dionysus. Dinonysus. could transform into a bull. His symbol is a full cup of wine.. Where He Lives. Dionysus is the God of wine, celebration, fertility and . ecstacy. .. Family. Dionysus was the child of Zeus and mortal . BELIEFS. Religion . was polytheistic and it was influenced by Hellenistic Greece. . ( Hellenistic Greece - period . between . 323 . BC and . 146 . BC ) . B. elieved . in many gods. . Romans . were/are highly religious and maintained good relations with their gods & goddesses. . A Review. of. The Principal Gods and Goddesses. What is a myth?. A traditional story rooted in primitive folk beliefs of cultures. Uses the supernatural to interpret natural events. Explains the culture’s view of the universe and the nature of humanity. Chapter ONE. Objectives. Students will identify characters through their distinguishing traits.. Students will recognize the chief Olympian gods and goddesses and their functions.. Students will identify and discuss the lesser Greek and Roman gods and goddesses.. Public.  . Gods. Roman . religion was divided into . two types of gods, primarily as a result of Rome conquering much of Greece in the Macedonian Wars. . Spirits (Numina). . watched over people, families and . What is mythology?. Mythology. -- A collection of . stories, . esp. . belonging . to a particular religious or cultural tradition. . . A . myth. is a traditional story belonging to a group or culture. . Who thought it up?. What did they believe?. How . many Gods & Goddesses? . Sources. Information on the Greek belief system comes from many sources. Unlike followers of religions such as Christianity, Judaism, & Islam, the Greeks did not have a single sacred text, such as the Bible or Koran from which their beliefs and religious practices derived. Instead, they generally used oral traditions, passed on by word of mouth, to relate sacred stories. Priest and priestesses to various gods would also guide people in worship in various temples across Greece. We know something about these beliefs because Greek poets such as Homer, Hesiod and Pindar, and Greek dramatists such as Euripides, Aristophanes & Sophocles mention the myths in their various works. .