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How was the life of women in ancient Greek society?
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Education and politics, arts and culture of ancient Greek women

So much so that ancient Greek women are tricked and intimidated by Heracles, the ultimate symbol of male power, in most versions of mythology. Because Amazon women are not the ideal of Greek society. Instead, women like Penelope in Homer’s famous epic Odyssey are idealized. Penelope, a beautiful woman, is loyal only to her husband when she has hundreds of suitors.

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How was the life of women in ancient Greek society?
Ancient Civilizations / Article Base / Culture and Lifestyles / World Cultures

How was the life of women in ancient Greek society?

You must have seen how powerful and mighty the Amazons are in popular depictions of ancient Greek society. This legendary group of free, wild and physically strong women was actually inspired by real nomadic women living in the Eurasian steppe. In the ancient world, these powerful women were a threat to the patriarchal order.

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