Tag: Greek mythology

Moirai or Charites?

Excuse the obscure title. I’m (re)reading stories from Greek mythology.

The three Charites. or graces, are goddesses who personify beauty and grace. I’m sticking with the Greek versions (fully clothed) not the naked, dancing women of Roman mythology.

The three Moirai, or fates, the goddesses of destiny.

FOWC with Fandango: Obscure

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#30 Zeus

If there ever was a God that couldn’t restrain himself but burst forth at any possible occasion it was Zeus. Not for nothing is the lightning bolt his insignia. Lots of new beginnings came from Zeus’ burgeoning desires. Square #31 in May: Burgeoning

#28 Hephaestus

Hephaestus, son of Hera (confirmed) and possibly Zeus (disputed), was the God of fire, volcanoes and metalworkers. He had a his own workshop on Olympus which included a smithy where he not only created weapons for all the gods and many humans but repaired a … Continue reading #28 Hephaestus

#26 Athena

Pallas Athene, Goddess of wisdom and warcraft, was never one to shrink back – she moved forward with brain power and martial power. Square #26 in May: Move Forward