Greek Religion: Dangerous Gods, Tricky Heroes

For the ancient Greeks, every human activity contained a religious dimension. Examine the underlying worldview of the Greeks’ polytheistic religious beliefs, and where we find it represented in literature. Look at each of the major Greek gods, and their characteristic roles and qualities. Grasp the very human moral and psychological attributes of the gods, and what constituted piety and impiety.

English
  • Originally Aired January 10, 2020
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created December 25, 2021 by
    RicaRaducanu
  • Modified December 25, 2021 by
    RicaRaducanu