The religions of the ancient Greeks and the ancient Romans, often simply called “classical religion,” are often viewed as ...

The ancient Greek religious festival of Anthesteria was revived in the center of the old city in Athens on Sunday.

The sanctuaries and temples of ancient Olympia are some of the oldest and most important in all of Ancient Greece.

Ancient Greeks held festivals, sacrifices, games, and religious processions at the site; today it’s a magnet for tourists. PHOTOGRAPH BY VINCENT J. MUSI-ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF THE ACROPOLIS ...

This reflects the important role that women would continue to play in ancient Greek religious festivals. “To the degree that our sources allow us to catch glimpses of the life of women in the ...

Religion is a very important part of Ancient Greek life. I should know - people give me credit for telling a few of the best-known stories about the gods, goddesses and heroes. The Iliad ...

If you wish to devote substantial time to art and archaeology as sources for myth and religion, you may discuss modifications with the Chair of your Examination Committee. Choose two, or one with ...

Archaeologists excavating an ancient Roman sewer last week made a spectacular discovery—a nearly complete marble statue of a Greek god ... wanted to hide it from religious zealots who might ...