Engaging with the myth 'The Birth of Zeus'
I can explore the myth 'The Birth of Zeus'
Engaging with the myth 'The Birth of Zeus'
I can explore the myth 'The Birth of Zeus'
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Reading between the lines to search for clues can help to infer meaning
- Evidence from the text helps us to justify our inferences
- Cronus was overcome by the fear that his children would replace him as the ruler of the world
- Rhea deceived Cronus and Zeus grew up with the bee-nymphs
- There was a war between Cronus and the Titans and Zeus and his brothers and sisters
Common misconception
Pupils may initially get Cronus confused with Chronos who they were introduced to in Lesson 2.
Cronus was the leader of the Titans. Chronos was the god of time.
Keywords
Greek myth - A Greek myth explains the ancient Greek culture's beliefs and customs; they usually involve gods and supernatural creatures.
Pantheon - A Pantheon is the collective term for all the gods and goddesses recognised and worshipped within a particular religious tradition.
Nymphs - Nymphs are female spirits in Greek mythology; they are often associated with nature.
Tartaros - Tartaros served as a place of punishment in Greek mythology; it also acted as a prison for Titans and other powerful beings.
Characterisation - Characterisation is the way an author describes and develops the personalities and traits of the characters in a story.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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explains the ancient Greek culture's beliefs and customs
the collective term for all the gods and goddesses
female spirits in Greek mythology, associated with nature
a place of punishment in Greek mythology
the way an author describes and develops a character
Cronus was worried he would lose his power and control
Rhea hides her son, and asks the bee nymphs for support
Zeus wants to teach his father a lesson