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Raymond Gorgone

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There is a long-forgotten realm of gods, myths, and religions I stumbled upon years ago, and have been independently researching ever since. We are all familiar with the geographical image we commonly refer to as the “boot of Italy.” What has been lost for centuries is the knowledge that the ancients knew of many such images and created stories telling of those image’s imagined interactions. Today, many of those stories survive as myths.
To explain my discoveries, I’ve created a video presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods. View my presentation and you will see the goddess Aphrodite riding her seashell, Zeus wielding his thunderbolt, Adam, and Eve in The Garden, and much, much more.
I am currently looking for imaginative people who might become interested in researching this long-forgotten realm with me. There is still much to be discovered, and I can’t do it all alone.
You can view my presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods, at geographicalimagesofthegods.org. Your questions and comments are welcome.
 
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There is a long-forgotten realm of gods, myths, and religions I stumbled upon years ago, and have been independently researching ever since. We are all familiar with the geographical image we commonly refer to as the “boot of Italy.” What has been lost for centuries is the knowledge that the ancients knew of many such images and created stories telling of those image’s imagined interactions. Today, many of those stories survive as myths.
To explain my discoveries, I’ve created a video presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods. View my presentation and you will see the goddess Aphrodite riding her seashell, Zeus wielding his thunderbolt, Adam, and Eve in The Garden, and much, much more.
I am currently looking for imaginative people who might become interested in researching this long-forgotten realm with me. There is still much to be discovered, and I can’t do it all alone.
You can view my presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods, at geographicalimagesofthegods.org. Your questions and comments are welcome.
Very cool! What is this presentation for?
 
Very cool! What is this presentation for?
I'm glad you took the time to view my presentation and found it "very cool."
As to your question, my presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods, was created to enlighten the world on what I believe are the long-forgotten origins of many gods, myths, and religions. I hope my presentation inspires others to explore the ancient use of geographical imagery with me. I would be happy to try to answer any questions anyone might have.
 
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There is a long-forgotten realm of gods, myths, and religions I stumbled upon years ago, and have been independently researching ever since. We are all familiar with the geographical image we commonly refer to as the “boot of Italy.” What has been lost for centuries is the knowledge that the ancients knew of many such images and created stories telling of those image’s imagined interactions. Today, many of those stories survive as myths.
To explain my discoveries, I’ve created a video presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods. View my presentation and you will see the goddess Aphrodite riding her seashell, Zeus wielding his thunderbolt, Adam, and Eve in The Garden, and much, much more.
I am currently looking for imaginative people who might become interested in researching this long-forgotten realm with me. There is still much to be discovered, and I can’t do it all alone.
You can view my presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods, at geographicalimagesofthegods.org. Your questions and comments are welcome.
Sorry to have to say this.
The Greek gods were conceived long before their artistic representations, but no proof of this.
The conceivers or imaginers of the gods did NOT have geo. knowledge or maps such as you have. Your research was pointless.
 
I'm glad you took the time to view my presentation and found it "very cool."
As to your question, my presentation, Geographical Images of the Gods, was created to enlighten the world on what I believe are the long-forgotten origins of many gods, myths, and religions. I hope my presentation inspires others to explore the ancient use of geographical imagery with me. I would be happy to try to answer any questions anyone might have.

Yes, trying to piece together where the myths and legends came from is fascinating, and I love hearing people's different perspectives. Though it is difficult to truly "know", it is interesting getting the perspectives of people who have tried to piece things together. I always wondered if oral tradition really impacted the stories - because it seems like there is often several versions of the same ones.
 

Who were the Greek Fates?

I've been spending a lot of time reading about Greek mythology lately, and one group of figures I keep coming across are the Greek Fates. The more I read, the more fascinating they seem. From what I understand, they were responsible for determining the course of every person's life, but I'd love to learn more from people who have studied the myths in greater depth.

How were the Fates viewed by the ancient Greeks? Were even the Olympian gods subject to their decisions, or did Zeus have authority over them? I've seen different interpretations depending on the source.

I'm also curious if there are any myths where the Fates play a particularly important role that you'd recommend reading. Greek mythology is such a deep subject, and I'm always looking for new stories and perspectives to explore. I'd love to hear your thoughts and recommendations!

Apollo and Artemis Personality Contrasts

I’ve always been fascinated by Apollo and Artemis, especially the contrast between them as twins. On the surface they share so much, archery, associations with youth, strong connections to nature, but symbolically they seem almost like opposites in some ways. Apollo often represents order, reason, light, music, and prophecy, while Artemis feels more wild, instinctive, independent, and tied to the untamed natural world.

I’m curious how others interpret their relationship and balance. Do you see them as complementary forces, like civilization and wilderness, or more as two expressions of similar divine energy? And are there specific myths that you think best highlight their differences or similarities?

I’d love to hear perspectives, especially from people who study mythology more deeply or look at the symbolic meanings behind the gods.

Unsung Heroes of Greek Mythology?

Greek mythology is full of larger-than-life figures like Heracles, Odysseus, and Achilles, but I’ve always been fascinated by the lesser-known heroes who don’t get as much attention. There are so many incredible stories that fly under the radar: Meleager and the Calydonian Boar, Bellerophon taming Pegasus, or even Diomedes, who faced the gods themselves in battle.

I recently came across the story of Atalanta again, the only woman among the Argonauts, raised by a bear, unbeatable in a footrace, and I can’t believe she isn’t talked about more! These “side characters” often feel more human and relatable than the famous ones.

Which lesser-known hero (or heroine) stands out to you? Do you have a favorite overlooked myth or backstory that deserves more love? I’d love to hear which of these hidden legends captured your imagination and why.

Understanding Hades and the Greek Underworld

I’ve been spending some time reading Greek mythology purely out of curiosity, and I keep coming back to Hades and the Underworld. It’s often portrayed as something dark or frightening, but the more I read, the more complex it seems. Hades himself doesn’t always come across as evil so much as stern, bound by rules, and responsible for maintaining order among the dead.

I’m curious how others interpret the Greek Underworld as a whole. How did ancient Greeks actually understand it? Was it mainly a place of punishment, or more of a neutral destination for most souls? I’ve come across references to different regions like the Asphodel Meadows, Elysium, and Tartarus, and I’m trying to understand how these fit together in the broader belief system.

If you’ve studied this topic, read specific myths, or have favorite sources or interpretations, I’d love to hear how you make sense of Hades and the Underworld.

How do I fix an automated workout plan that keeps misaligning progress?

Been trying to stick to this automated workout plan, but the thing keeps throwing my progress all outta whack. One week it thinks I’m superhuman, the next it treats me like I’ve never touched a dumbbell. I’m trying to stay consistent, but the constant misalignment’s messing with my motivation big time. I don’t wanna ditch the whole setup, ’cause when it works, it actually helps me stay on track. Anyone been through this or know how to get these apps to stop freaking out and actually track progress like a normal person? I just want the thing to make sense again.
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