The University of Queensland

Like frogs around a pond: Maritime Religion and Seafaring Gods of Ancient Greek Culture (2014–2018)

Abstract:

Maritime religion is an important but overlooked factor in ancient Greek culture. Cults of seafaring gods throughout Classical Antiquity included rituals of embarkation, prayers at sea, and offerings for a safe arrival, all of which contributed to establishing and maintaining a collective Greek cultural identity around the Mediterranean sea. This project aims to assemble both textual and archaeological evidence for ancient Greek maritime religion; to explore the significance of cults of seafaring gods for ancient Greek ethnic identity, migration and colonization; and to contextualize ancient Greek maritime religion with comparable modern customs.

Grant type:

ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award

Researchers:

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  Dr Amelia Brown

  Senior Lecturer
  

  School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry

  Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Funded by:

Australian Research Council