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The Relation between mortals and immortals as depicted by Hesoid
Greek mythology is the beliefs and ritual observances of the ancient Greeks. In ancient times, the Greeks explained the beginnings of the world and society with mythology, using stories and legends about a variety of gods or immortals. Theogony by Hesoid portrays the different magical powers or godly forces each of these immortals possess. The gods resembled humans in form and had human feelings and
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t for themselves, but for the people. In Greek mythology this is not the case. The mortals believe they must do certain rituals in order for the gods to treat them well. I believe that the gods are a higher force, but immortal or mortal can make immoral decisions or actions. It depends upon the god or the mortal to decide what one chooses to be. In conclusion, most gods will act as divine beings.
t for themselves, but for the people. In Greek mythology this is not the case. The mortals believe they must do certain rituals in order for the gods to treat them well. I believe that the gods are a higher force, but immortal or mortal can make immoral decisions or actions. It depends upon the god or the mortal to decide what one chooses to be. In conclusion, most gods will act as divine beings.