Women in Greek Mythology

Female deities, heroines, queens, and other women appearing in Greek mythological traditions.

Articles with this tag: 2 Updated: August 7, 2026

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Helen of Troy Helen of Troy is a central figure of Greek myth, famed for her beauty and role in the legends of Sparta and the Trojan War. Accounts vary on her origins, actions, and later fate.

Pandora: the first woman in Greek myth and the origin of a famous metaphor

Pandora: the first woman in Greek myth and the origin of a famous metaphor Pandora Pandora, crafted by the gods in Greek myth, opened a jar that released evils into the world. The story explains the origin of human suffering and gave rise to the phrase "Pandora's…