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What event is central to the story of the Titans and significantly reshaped divine power?
What event is central to the story of the Titans and significantly reshaped divine power?
- The merging of Greek and Roman mythologies
- The Trojan War
- The Titanomachy (correct)
- The creation of the world by Gaia and Uranus
Which primordial beings are considered the parents of the first generation of Titans?
Which primordial beings are considered the parents of the first generation of Titans?
- Gaia and Uranus (correct)
- Hades and Persephone
- Poseidon and Amphitrite
- Zeus and Hera
Which of the following Titans is associated with the concept of memory?
Which of the following Titans is associated with the concept of memory?
- Theia
- Mnemosyne (correct)
- Tethys
- Themis
Which Titan is known for his association with light?
Which Titan is known for his association with light?
Which Titaness embodies the concept of law and order?
Which Titaness embodies the concept of law and order?
What drastic action did Cronus take upon becoming the Titan ruler, driven by a prophecy?
What drastic action did Cronus take upon becoming the Titan ruler, driven by a prophecy?
What motivated Rhea to hide Zeus from Cronus?
What motivated Rhea to hide Zeus from Cronus?
Which group or individuals played a crucial role in turning the tide of the Titanomachy in favor of the Olympians?
Which group or individuals played a crucial role in turning the tide of the Titanomachy in favor of the Olympians?
What was the ultimate fate of most of the defeated Titans after the Titanomachy?
What was the ultimate fate of most of the defeated Titans after the Titanomachy?
What enduring punishment was Atlas subjected to after the Titanomachy?
What enduring punishment was Atlas subjected to after the Titanomachy?
Besides fire, what other gift is Prometheus known for bestowing upon humanity?
Besides fire, what other gift is Prometheus known for bestowing upon humanity?
How do Titans continue to influence modern culture according to the content?
How do Titans continue to influence modern culture according to the content?
Which phrase best describes the symbolic representation of the Titans in modern contexts?
Which phrase best describes the symbolic representation of the Titans in modern contexts?
How did Rhea contribute to the eventual overthrow of the Titans?
How did Rhea contribute to the eventual overthrow of the Titans?
Considering the roles of both Prometheus and Atlas, what common theme do their stories represent?
Considering the roles of both Prometheus and Atlas, what common theme do their stories represent?
If the Titanomachy symbolizes a clash between old and new orders, what might the imprisonment of the Titans in Tartarus signify?
If the Titanomachy symbolizes a clash between old and new orders, what might the imprisonment of the Titans in Tartarus signify?
How does the tense relationship between Cronus and Rhea reflect thematic conflicts within the Titan mythology?
How does the tense relationship between Cronus and Rhea reflect thematic conflicts within the Titan mythology?
How might the contrasting roles of Prometheus (benefactor of humanity) and Atlas (burdened Titan) reflect the complex legacy of the Titans?
How might the contrasting roles of Prometheus (benefactor of humanity) and Atlas (burdened Titan) reflect the complex legacy of the Titans?
Considering the cultural impact and enduring appeal of the Titans, what might their continued presence in modern storytelling suggest about human fascination with them?
Considering the cultural impact and enduring appeal of the Titans, what might their continued presence in modern storytelling suggest about human fascination with them?
How do the distinct domains of the twelve original Titans (e.g., Oceanus - Ocean, Themis - Law and Order) contribute to a broader understanding of the Titan's role in the cosmos before the Olympians?
How do the distinct domains of the twelve original Titans (e.g., Oceanus - Ocean, Themis - Law and Order) contribute to a broader understanding of the Titan's role in the cosmos before the Olympians?
Flashcards
Who were the Titans?
Who were the Titans?
Primal gods in Greek mythology, born of Gaia (Earth) and Uranus (Sky), ruling before the Olympians.
What is the Titanomachy?
What is the Titanomachy?
Cosmic war in Greek mythology between the Titans and the Olympians, reshaping divine power.
Who is Oceanus?
Who is Oceanus?
Oceanus is a Titan representing the great river encircling the world.
Who is Hyperion?
Who is Hyperion?
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Who is Coeus?
Who is Coeus?
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Who is Cronus?
Who is Cronus?
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Who is Crius?
Who is Crius?
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Who is Iapetus?
Who is Iapetus?
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Who is Tethys?
Who is Tethys?
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Who is Theia?
Who is Theia?
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Who is Phoebe?
Who is Phoebe?
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Who is Rhea?
Who is Rhea?
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Who is Mnemosyne?
Who is Mnemosyne?
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Who is Themis?
Who is Themis?
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Why did Cronus swallow his children?
Why did Cronus swallow his children?
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Who is Rhea?
Who is Rhea?
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Who are the Hecatoncheires & Cyclopes?
Who are the Hecatoncheires & Cyclopes?
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Who is Prometheus?
Who is Prometheus?
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Who is Atlas?
Who is Atlas?
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Study Notes
- Titans were primal gods in Greek mythology
- Titans were born of Gaia (Earth) and Uranus (Sky)
- The Titans ruled before the Olympian gods
- Their story centers on the Titanomachy, a cosmic war that reshaped divine power
The Original Twelve Titans
- The original twelve are split into six male and six female Titans
Male Titans
- Oceanus is the titan of the Ocean
- Hyperion is the titan of Light
- Coeus is the titan of Intelligence
- Cronus is the titan of Time
- Crius is the titan of Constellations
- Iapetus is the titan of Mortality
Female Titans
- Tethys is the titan of freshwater
- Theia is the titan of Sight and the Heavens
- Phoebe is the titan of Prophecy
- Rhea is the titan of Fertility and Motherhood
- Mnemosyne is the titan of Memory
- Themis is the titan of Law and Order
Cronus, King of the Titans
- Cronus led a revolt, dethroning Uranus and becoming the Titan ruler
- Fearing being overthrown by his own child, Cronus swallowed his offspring
- Cronus swallowed his children to avoid the prophecy's fulfillment
- Rhea secretly saved their youngest child, Zeus, to break the cycle of fear
Rhea, Mother of the Gods
- Rhea endured deep sorrow watching her children swallowed by Cronus
- Rhea hid Zeus on Crete to save him from Cronus' wrath
- Her actions paved the way for the Olympian rise and Titan defeat
Titanomachy
- The Titanomachy was a clash of the Titans
- The Titans fought to maintain their ancient rule over the cosmos
- The Hecatoncheires and Cyclopes allied with the Olympians, decisively turning the tide of war
- The Olympians, led by Zeus, aimed to overthrow the Titans and assert a new order
- Prometheus sided with Zeus, providing crucial support to the Olympians in the Titanomachy
Defeat and Punishment
- The Olympians were victorious after a brutal ten-year war, reshaping divine rule
- Most Titans were cast into Tartarus, a deep abyss of torment
- Atlas was condemned to hold up the sky forever, symbolizing his burden
Notable Titans Beyond the Twelve
- Prometheus was a champion of humanity, gifting them fire and foresight
- Atlas endured eternal punishment, symbolizing endurance and hardship
- Hecate is the titan of Magic and Witchcraft
- Helios is the Sun Titan
Legacy of the Titans
- Titans symbolize primal power and chaos in Greek myth and culture
- Titans feature in literature, film, and art, captivating audiences worldwide
- They represent the eternal struggle between old and new orders
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