Background
What two Mythologies influenced Roman Mythology?
Greek and Indigeous Mythology
What did Roman values emphasize?
Duty, honor, and respect
What is Athena the goddess of?
Wisdom and war.
When was Roman Mythology created
753 BC
What was the Roman Culture beliefs a blend of?
What did Hermes give to Perseus?
Winged Sandals and a sword.
Why was Roman Mythology very flexible and adaptive?
Because it was syncretism
What did eating lentils on new years do for the Romans?
Brought prosperity.
Why does Athena give Perseus a windowed shield?
To keep him from turning to stone while trying to kill Medusa.
How is Roman Mythology different from Greek Mythology?
Why was Roman Mythology important?
It brought people together/ taught right from wrong.
How were the babies Persuea and Danae saved after being sent out to sea?