The Reoccurring Theme Of Death In Greek Mythology

From ancient times, man has always been perplexed and frighten about death. For the most part the origin of death or also known as the grim reaper is a theme in the myths throughout the world. Moreover, Death seems to be a form of considered cosmological myth for it is believed to be an early form of humanity’s attempt to fathom the obscure which entails their fragile and fleeting existence. There is not a universal type for theses myth; however, every culture has their own description of Death. Meanwhile, a reoccurring theme of death is among several myths around the world and an examination of myths from the Greek, African, and Eskimo cultures demonstrates an overly exaggerated vision of the gods.
The Grim Reaper or Death is a supernatural force personified in many approaches across many cultures. Moreover, the skeletal depictions of death carrying a scythe first arose in the 14th century England, while the term “Grim
“Subsequently, in the myth, Aeneas’ humanity is again emphasized by his response to the myriad horrors of the Underworld. Even this hero is struck by fear and panic at the sight of the monsters that guard the entrance: "Aeneas, shaken suddenly/ by terror, grips his sword . Had not/ his wise companion warned him they were only/ thin lives that glide without a body in/ the hollow semblance of a form, he would/ in vain have torn the shadows with his blade" . Moments later, Aeneas is pained by the sight of unburied souls swarming the shores of the River Styx, and he is horror-struck at the sight of Tartarus. His reunion with Anchises is particularly poignant, as Aeneas throws his arms around his father's shade in vain not merely once, but three times, again revealing the deep and meaningful relationship shared between the generations.” (Needs to be