Portland State University Greek Civilization Topics

Oracles The age of the oracles dates from around 700 BC to about 300 AD. The word oracle refers to a person through which the god is believed to speak. It also can refer to the actual temple of the god and it can also refer to the actual answer given by the god through the prophet. Greek oracles played a very important role in Greek history.
Symbolic myths A few more popular myths: Achilles, Chiron, Persephone, Echo, Narcissus.
The Big Five Gods and Heroes of Greek Mythology The stories of some important Greek gods and heroes.
Rituals: Sacrifices and festivals. How the Greeks worshipped their gods.