Mythology and Nature Religion Quiz

Nature Religion

• Nature religion is a belief system where natural phenomena are considered gods.
• Polytheism is the worship of multiple gods.
• The terms poly and theos derive from Greek words, meaning many and god, respectively.

Mythic Beliefs

• A myth conveys a story with gods playing a critical role.
• Frequently, myths explain phenomena that initially cannot be understood.
• Common usage today refers to stories which are not factually correct.

Mythology

• Mythology encompasses the pantheon of gods and their associated narratives within a specific culture.
• Examples include Egyptian and Greek mythologies.

Temples

• Temples provided a physical space for worshipping gods.
• Offerings (gifts) to the gods were a common practice within the temple.

Classical Forms

• Classical forms involve artistic expressions of the Greeks and Romans emphasizing visual depictions, shape, and representations.

Oracles

• A recognized entity that can predict the future or communicate with the divine.
• The Delphi Oracle in ancient Greece was a very influential example.

Philosophers

• Philosophers seek knowledge and wisdom to better understand the world and humanity.
• The term "philosopher" literally translates as 'lover of wisdom'.
• Early philosophers were also known as natural philosophers since their focus was on the natural world and its origins.

Academy

• A school founded by a philosopher.
• The word 'academy' originates from the Greek word "Akademeia", a suburb of Athens, in which Plato established his school.

Science

• Study and investigation of new knowledge are integral components of science.
• Ancient Greeks recognized various disciplines like history, astrology, astronomy, and medicine etc.

Scientific Thinking

• Scientific thinking is a method of knowledge acquisition where understanding stems from study and research.

Test your knowledge on nature religion, mythology, and classical forms of worship. Explore various belief systems and the significance of myths and temples within different cultures. Reflect on the role of deities and oracles in ancient societies.