The myths associated with Aphrodite date back as far as the Homeric era. One of Greece's most loved goddesses is Aphrodite. Her statues are widely worshiped and can be found in most homes. Cnidia, another goddess associated with love, was also worshiped. Today, her statue remains a popular tourist attraction.
Homer
Aphrodite, a Greek mythological female character, is the most popular. Homer believes she was the goddess of beauty and love. She is portrayed by Homer as a human-like being who is both a lover and protector. In the Iliad, her protection of Aeneas is provided by the god Diomedes. She also saves Paris against Menelaos.
Hesiod
Aphrodite (Greek goddess of love, sex) is Aphrodite. Her popularity was legendary in ancient Greece. Her charismatic and multifaceted character made her a beloved figure for many ancient Greeks. Today, she has remained popular as a symbol of beauty and adornment.
Homer's Iliad
Homer’s Iliad contains the first written account in Greek mythology. The gods intercede in the affairs of mortals, and they change the course for history. These gods are human-like, omnipotent and powerful, and they can often be disguised in the form people or animals.
Homeric myths
Aphrodite, the daughter of Zeus and Aphrodite are the goddesses of love, laughter and the arts. She teaches bronze-making skills to all craftsmen, and enjoys Ares' amazing works. She teaches these crafts to all human minds, including maidens. She is the favourite goddess of Gods and loves men who are generous.
Homeric art
Aphrodite (the goddess of love) is a well-known Greek God. Her story begins in the moment she is born from the foam Uranus’s genitals produce after they were thrown to the sea by Cronus. She is the daughter of Zeus and Dione. She was also known as the "Lady Of Cythera", and "Lady Of Cyprus".
Homeric sculpture
Aphrodite (the goddess of love & beauty) is often depicted by classical sculpture. Roman mythology also refers to her as Venus. However, many classical sculptures featuring human figures, including the arms, are incomplete. Historical and archaeologists are able to reconstruct the exact position of Aphrodite’s arms through comparisons with similar statues.
Homeric poetry
The Homeric Hymn to Aphrodite is a masterpiece of early Western literature. It tells the story of Anchises the shepherd who is seduced and enslaved by Aphrodite, the goddess love. This poem has a length of less than 300 lines and is one of the longest major Homeric Hymns. Nevertheless, it is of enormous importance to the history of Greek mythology and religion.