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Zeynep Tareen

Zeynep earned her Master's degree in History from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, and continued her Ancient Greek literature studies during that time. She received her BA in Classics from the University of Washington in Seattle, USA, having focused on Ancient Greek and epigraphy. Apart from her interest in ancient history and languages, Zeynep is keen on studies about folklore and superstition, and their effect on significant social and cultural movements of the past. She loves movies that make her think and listen to music from the Early Period to Scandinavian Metal.

Member since: Nov 17, 2021Published posts: 4

Articles by Zeynep Tareen

The Toys of Dionysus and Their Religious Significance
The Toys of Dionysus and Their Religious Significance
Divine Hunger: Cannibalism in Greek Mythology
Divine Hunger: Cannibalism in Greek Mythology

Cannibalism, the act of eating the flesh of one’s species, is woven into legends and folklore around the world, and features prominently in Greek mythology.

Sisyphus: Who Was the Mortal That Chained Death?
Sisyphus: Who Was the Mortal That Chained Death?

Sisyphus deceived death twice. As a punishment, he was condemned to infinitely roll a boulder up a hill in Hades.

Eleusinian Mysteries: The Secret Rites No One Dared Talk About
Eleusinian Mysteries: The Secret Rites No One Dared Talk About

The Eleusinian Mysteries were ancient Greece’s most revered and secret celebrations. Slaves and women could participate, but all initiates swore a vow of secrecy.