Study Guide: Treasury of Greek Mythology and Archetypal Hero

Vocabulary study flashcards covering Greek deities, their Roman counterparts, realms, symbols, and Perseus's archetypal hero traits based on the 7A3 Treasury of Greek Mythology study guide.

Zeus

Realm: Supreme Olympian; sky ruler. Symbols: Thunderbolt , characteristic, brave, strong, King

Hera

Realm: Queen of the gods. Symbols: Peacock.

Poseidon

Realm: Sea. Symbols: Trident , God of the city Strong

Hades

Realm: Underworld. Symbols: Cypress Roman name, Pluto Bad

Hestia

Realm: Hearth and home. Symbols: Hearth (home fireplace). Kind smart

Athena

Realm: Wisdom, strategic warfare, weaving. Symbols: Shield, owl, olive tree. Smart talented

Ares

Realm: War. Symbols: Spear, sword. Brave

Hephaestus

Realm: Blacksmith; maker of weapons and metalworking. Symbols: Hammer, anvil. talented smart

Hermes

Realm: Messenger of the gods. Symbols: Golden staff, winged sandals. Fast smart

Aphrodite

Realm: Love and beauty. Symbols: Dove, swan, sparrow. Beautiful

Apollo

Realm: god of sun and most handsome god. Symbols: Sun chariot, lyre. Talented

Artemis

Realm: maiden of silver bow. Symbols: Silver bow, arrow, deer. Good at hunting

Helios

Realm: Sun. Symbols: Chariot. warm

Demeter

Realm: goddess of harvest. Symbols: Wheat, grain, sad

Persephone

Realm: Spring; queen of the underworld. Symbols: Flowers, pomegranate, torch, grain seeds.

Cronus / Cronos

Realm: Titan king. Symbols: None listed. Strong

Perseus: Leaves Family/Home

King Acrisius put he and his mother on a boat without oars, sails, food or water.

Perseus: Event that Changes the Hero's Life

Polydectes challenged him to retrieve Medusa's head.

Perseus: Special Weapon, Powers, Strength

Sword, shield, helmet of invisibility, winged sandals.

Perseus: Supernatural Aid

Assistance received from the Grey sisters, nymphs of the west, Hermes, and Athene.

Perseus: Call to Adventure

Offers Medusa's head as Polydectes' wedding present.

Perseus: Crossing the First Threshold

Heading out of the throne room to find Medusa praying to his father for help.

Perseus: Belly of the Whale

The hero archetypal stage where Perseus kills Medusa.

Perseus: Road of Trials

The sequence of challenges involving the Grey sisters, nymphs of the west, and Andromeda.

Perseus: Return

Turns Polydectes and everyone to stone using Medusa's head.

Perseus: Atonement with Father

Later he kills his grandfather, proving the prophecy was true.

Rhea

Brings Zeus to the Island of Crete for her mother to raise and tricks Cronus into eating a false baby.

Hercules

Hercules the round hero in Greek mythology, but the sun, Zeus and Alcmena known for his incredible strength and numerous feast driven to madness by Hera he undertakes 12 Laborers, Including Ln., nemean , Lyon, and capturing the golden Hind showcasing his valor

Orion

Was a great hunter and companion of Artemis Key characteristics is brave