Illustrated Dictionary of Greek Mythology

Author: Gustav Schwab
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: Prometheus is a god in Greek mythology who benefited humanity. The growth of humans attracted the attention of the gods in heaven, who were very willing to protect humanity but demanded absolute obedience. Therefore, the gods held a meeting in Mekone in Greece to decide the rights and obligations of humans. Prometheus, as an advisor to humanity, attended the meeting and was determined to find a way to prevent the gods from imposing too heavy a burden on humans. The gods who ruled the world lived on Mount Olympus, free and unrestrained, often visiting the human world. The ruler of the gods, Zeus, had his own management methods. He was amiable in nature and liked a quiet life, but when he got angry, he was frightening. The gods controlled the fate of all things in heaven and earth and often interfered in human affairs, sharing the joys and sorrows of ordinary people. It was a summer afternoon when the gods gathered together. Corresponding to the bright summer day, the gathering of the gods was filled with a harmonious atmosphere. It seemed that there were no grievances between the gods, and they all lazily enjoyed the beautiful time.