Mythology, Madness, and Morals: the Ancient Greeks, Their gods and the Modern Psyche
Join Dr Miriam Bissett to explore Greek mythology, philosophy and literature and discover their relevance to the modern psyche.
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Wed 20 Aug
- $39.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Wed 20 Aug 18:30 - Wed 20 Aug 20:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Wed 27 Aug 18:30 - Wed 27 Aug 20:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Please note there is NO refund or transfer if you cancel less than 5 working days in advance of a class starting. Our refund policy can be read in full here.
Description
Delve into a mix of Greek mythology, philosophy, and literature with the aim of discovering new ways to look at love, suffering, honour, money, belonging, and the soul. What can we learn about ourselves and our lives from looking at the works the Greeks left behind 2,500 years ago? This course will provide information about some of the Greek ideas and ideals with a chance for discussion as well.
Who should attend?
Anyone who is interested in learning a little bit about the Greek psyche and re-looking at society and people from a new angle.
Expected learning outcomes
- Have engaged in discussions about current and past societies and their beliefs
- Have an overview of some major Greek myths
- Be able to understand some of the ancient Greek ideals
- Have reflected on some of the views held by modern society
From Miriam Bissett
"I love sharing stories and information about the ancient Greeks, building on the study and teaching I did at the University of Auckland in Classics and Ancient History. The more we understand about other times and other cultures, the more we understand ourselves and one another."
