Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
theogonies
noun
θiˈɒdʒəniz
Definition
Theogonies are narratives or theories that describe the origin and genealogy of gods, often found in mythological texts.
Examples
- Hesiod’s ‘Theogony’ is one of the most famous texts that explore the origins of the Greek gods.
- The theogonies of different cultures often reflect their values and beliefs about the divine.
Meaning
A theogony is essentially a creation myth that focuses specifically on the beginnings and relationships of deities in a cultural context.
Synonyms
- Mythology
- Creation story
- Cosmogony
