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Welcome to the Theoi Project, a site exploring Greek mythology and the gods in classical literature and art. The aim of the project is to provide a comprehensive, free reference guide to the gods (theoi), spirits (daimones), fabulous creatures (theres) and heroes of ancient Greek mythology and religion.

Why would a scroll of Greek poetry be bundled with an Egyptian mummy?

"Ancient Greek kids had pets too"

The Roman System of Time The Roman civil day was the same one familiar to us, a 24-hour day beginning at midnight.[1] The early Romans differed from other ancient societies in their choice of midnight to mark the start of the day: Greeks marked the day beginning from sunset, Babylonians from sunrise