Course Details
Country:
Greece
Institution:
American College of Thessaloniki
Course Title:
Topics in Mythology and Religion in the Classical World
Course Number:
Humanities 209
Course Description:
The course provides a systematic in-depth study of the major mythological characters, deities and myths of (mostly) the Greeks and the Romans through the use of both primary and secondary source material, visual and literary. The approach will be thematic and we will explore the nature and scope of mythology as well as its relation to religion, history and art. Comparisons with associated mythologies of the ancient Mediterranean world will be in place in order to demonstrate the broader historical and cultural framework. The myths and religion will also be studied in terms of their endurance and relevance in the western world as well as in popular culture. Finally, they will function as a setting for the discussion of matters of spirituality in the contemporary world.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
CLAS 250,
