Short Course: THE RELIGION OF THE ANCIENT GREEKS

THE RELIGION OF THE ANCIENT GREEKS An examination through ancient literary sources, epigraphy and the archaeological record generally the religious beliefs and practices of the Ancient Greeks in the Classical and Hellenistic Periods. We will review the pantheon of Greek gods and the tradition of heroes, the structure of Greek sanctuaries and the special significance of Olympia and Delphi. Throughout the course we will consider the degree to which elements of Ancient Greek religion are recognisable in religious beliefs and practices of today.

Course Code 062055 Wednesdays 7-9pm Mar 1 8 15 $124

Registrations on 6488 2433 or online http://www.extension.uwa.edu.au

About the speaker:Kevin O'Toole is a Barrister & Solicitor; Director, Australian Institute for Comparative Legal Systems; Member of the Board of Directors, European Centre for Public Law, Athens, Greece; frequent speaker and writer on topics relating to the history and archaeology of Classical Athens.