Tagged: Erinyes

November 12, 2024

The Erinyes: Goddesses of Vengeance in Ancient Greek Religion and Mythology

The Erinyes, often known as the Furies in English or the Eumenides when referenced in a less fearsome context, are a trio of goddesses central to themes of vengeance, justice,...

Greek Mythology

November 12, 2024

Who are the major Chthonic Deities in Greek Religion and Mythology?

In Greek religion and mythology, chthonic deities are those associated with the earth, the underworld, and the life-sustaining forces of agriculture, growth, death, and rebirth. The term chthonic, derived from...