Classics 121 - Greek Mythology and Religion

Greek Myth and Religion

Fall
2025
01
4.00
Rebecca Sinos

M/W/F | 11:35 AM - 12:25 PM

Amherst College
CLAS-121-01-2526F
Fayerweather Hall Room 115
rhsinos@amherst.edu

A survey of the gods and heroes of ancient Greece, their representation in Greek art and literature, and the sanctuaries and rituals in which these divine figures were worshipped. We will give particular attention to myths that live on in Western art and literature, in order to become familiar with the stories which were part of the repertory of later artists and authors. 

Three class hours per week. Limited to 75 students. Fall semester. Professor R. Sinos.

How to handle overenrollment: Preference will be given to students who pre-register and attend class on the first and second day.

Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: Historical survey

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.