The Greek Gods, Explained

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While not worshipped by many anymore, the Greek gods are still in our lives. They are depicted in the compendium of western art and literature. They indirectly give us the names of our planets, days of the week, and names of the months.

Speaking of weekdays and months, check out these videos:
Where did the Months get their Names-    • Where did the Months get their Names?  
The Origins of the Seven Day Week-    • The Origins of the Seven Day Week  

Sources:
The Theogony by Hesiod
Bulfinch's Mythology by Thomas Bulfinch
theoi.com by Aaron J. Atsma

Music:
Decline and Dreamy Flashback by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Celtic Atmosphere by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com)
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