Medusa is a figure in Greek Mythology that has captivated the hearts and minds of many people around the world. A Gorgon with snakes for hair, she has been described as a hideous creature doomed to never see the face of mortals. Her ancient story has grown and taken on new meaning for some people, turning from a story of divine punishment into one of feminine empowerment. In this post, we will explore Medusa’s origins, her mythology, and different stories associated with her in modern times.
Thank you, @MeganB for the work you did, and @Francisco for posting it here! I was often confused by so many differing stories of Medusa. It is good to have the research timeline on when certain stories emerged.
I remember one story wherein the reason Medusa was mortal was because she was adopted by her gorgon sisters. In this one, her human father was so proud of her beauty that he compared her to Athena, enraging the goddess. It was a case like Rumpelstiltskin wherein an innocent is punished for the folly of the parent. It could become an empowerment for those adopted and mistreated.
I like the way the violation version has empowered others in similar circumstances. You go girls!
Edit: I enjoyed the twist in Voyage of the Unicorn, wherein a certain kind of glass could be looked through to nullify the curse of turning people to stone so Medusa could return to social situations and have greater control of whom she affected.
Aww, thank you, Georgia I was really proud of this one! Medusa is an often misunderstood character in Greek and Roman mythology, so I hope I was able to do her justice!
I was really proud of this one! Medusa is an often misunderstood character in Greek and Roman mythology, so I hope I was able to do her justice!