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Independent Research Project: Atlas: Ancient Greek Mythology

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Grandin Kolp
Bennett - ADV ELA (2nd Period)
12/6/22
Greek Mythology Independent Research Project: Atlas
Ancient Greek gods like Zeus, Hestia, and Hera seem to have emerged out of the blue. Unsurprisingly, they too were given birth by another "generation" or form. The beings that gave birth to the gods and goddesses are called Titans. One of the, if not the most robust Titan, is Atlas. He is the lead Titan in their Titanomachy, or the Titans' war against the gods for control of the heavens. Since he was defeated in the Titanomachy, Zeus then punished him with holding up the sky for eternity. This is where the bulk of his fame arose from. In light of this, Atlas was an immeasurable bearded man who was slightly bent from the pain and weight of the heavens constantly oppressing him. It has also been said that Atlas has high endurance as well as high intelligence, as he is the supposed creator of astronomy. Atlas does not have much infirmity; nevertheless, he was gullible. As aforementioned, his gullibility and strength subduedly shine …show more content…

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