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Dionysus and his erect penis depicted on 2,500-year-old bone stylus found in Sicily

Archaeologists in southern Sicily have uncovered an ancient bone tool depicting the god Dionysus and his erect phallus. The ...
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Five of Iliad’s Lesser Known Characters Make Grandest Story Ever Told

Homer's Iliad has a vast cast of characters. Many of these names are less familiar to mainstream audiences than mighty ...
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Chimera - The 3-headed monster of Greek myth

In Greek mythology, the Chimera was a nightmare come alive—a fire-breathing monster made of lion, goat, and serpent. Heroes ...

15 words derived from mythological creatures-from "money" to "cereal"

You might be surprised to learn that many words have origins from ancient Greek and Roman mythological creatures. Here are 12 ...
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Greek Mythology’s Version of the Biblical Tower of Babel

The Tower of Babel has a surprising parallel in Greek mythology—Otus and Ephialtes’ daring attempt to reach Olympus.

Archaeologists Uncovered a Strange Carving of a Terrifying Mythical Figure

The more welcoming side of Medusa turns typical mythology upside down, with the smile likely designed to represent peace and ...
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Before 'The Odyssey,' Christopher Nolan Tackled Greek Myth in this Mind-Bending Sci-Fi Film

Collier Jennings is an entertainment journalist with a substantial amount of experience under his belt. Collier, or "CJ" to his friends and family, is a dedicated fan of genre films - particularly ...