Deception In Greek Mythology

Deception is a part of everyday life. Whether it be a couple lying to each other or an infomercial claiming something is true when it is false, deception has always been an oppressing member of society. For years, people have lied to each other. Ancient and modern day relationships have experienced turmoil caused by deceit. In these myths, characteristics of present day humans shine through because they are the ones writing the myths. The myths resemble everyday life. Therefore, it is no surprise that mythology prominently features a theme that plays an important role in present day life. A Greek myth that showcases deception is the story of Cupid and Psyche. Even though this story ends with the cliché “happily ever after,” this story is riddled with deceit. The first time Cupid sees Psyche, he falls in love with her. He has Apollo tell Psyche’s father through his oracle that she must be left alone on a hill. When she is left there, Zephyr lifts her up and takes her to Cupid’s mansion. When Psyche first meets her new husband, he refuses to

It can start as a heinous crime but can turn well in the end. This is proven by the myth of Baucis and Philemon: At the beginning of this myth, Zeus and Hermes are bored of all that Olympus has to offer. They venture to Earth and decide to test the hospitality of the people in Phrygia. They pose as an old pair of men, looking for a place to stay. After numerous door-to-door rejections, they are greeted cheerfully by an old couple, Baucis and Philemon. Even though the old couple is poor, they graciously let the old me into their home. The old couple quickly cooks for them under the presumption that they are poor men. Eventually, the couple realizes they are in the presence of gods and apologize for their failure to provide more. However, the gods return the gesture of hospitality by letting them wish for anything they want. In this case, Zeus and Hermes’ deception resulted in a