Greek

  • Fire and Shadow: Myths of the Flame-Bearer

    From Olympus to the Pacific seas to the halls of Asgard, myths of fire-bearers remind us that every spark carries a price. Prometheus, Māui, and Loki show how flame can warm, destroy, or transform. Their stories echo a timeless truth: to hold fire is to hold power that can never be tamed.

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  • Sexism in Greek Mythology

    A big hello, and thanks to those of you who have found your way to this corner of the internet!  I’m Lady Kaie and this is my first time writing for Myths and Mischief!  Today we will be tackling Sexism in Greek Mythology. For the purposes of this piece, let’s begin with a basic description

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  • Ruthlessness: How the Greek Gods Dealt with Wrongdoings Against Them

    “Epic: The Musical” reimagines Homer’s Odyssey, with “Ruthlessness” highlighting Poseidon’s warning that mercy lies in cruelty. But ruthlessness isn’t unique to this musical—it reflects a deeper truth: the Greek gods often punished without pity, as shown throughout myth when mortals dared to defy or displease them.

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