Spanning the Late Bronze Age from 1750 to 1050 BCE, the Mycenaean Civilisation was the first flourishing of a distinctive Greek culture and identity. Here, what we would come to understand as the Ancient Hellenic Religion, was born!

While there is much we do not know about Mycenaean religion, the study of Archaic and Classical Hellenic religion reveals notable threads of continuity from the Late Bronze Age to the Early Iron. Combined with Mycenaean material and writing culture, preserved in the earliest known form of Greek in Linear B, we are able to find familiar names of the Olympic pantheon along with information about their worship.

From major cult centres to votive offerings to records of priestesses and more, study of the Late Helladic (Mycenaean) period offers vital context and richness to our understanding and practice of the Ancient Hellenic Religion.

Join us in this self-paced course as we explore the Mycenaean Roots of Classical Hellenic Religion!

four modules to explore...

  • Situating the Mycenaeans in the Bronze Age Aegean: Minoan Religious Influence & Continuity
  • The Mycenaean Pantheon: Origins of Poseidon, Dionysos, Artemis, Athena, Hermes, Hera, Zeus, and more
  • Cult Centres & Sanctuaries: Including a Case Study, the Evolution of Eleusis
  • Serving the Gods: Priests, Priestesses, Offerings, and Festivals

This course draws upon foundational secondary scholarship, Linear B tablets, art and material culture from the Late Helladic Period, and material and written sources from the historical period such as myth, drama, epigraphy, and travel accounts.

In addition to learning about Mycenaean religion, you will be guided to incorporate elements into your own understanding and practice of Ancient Hellenic Religion.

instructor

Bria Melitta is an Hiereia (Ritual Specialist) of Ariadne-Aphrodite, Melissa (Bee) of Demeter & Kore Thesmophoros, and founder of the Mt Nysa Mystery School. She is passionate about sharing the rich roots of Ancient Hellenic Religion.

After receiving her degree in Religious Studies in 2016, she continued her studies in Classical Greek with H.M. Classics Academy, Ancient Hellenic Religion with the Artemis Research Center, and a 2-year Priestess Training with the Mt Shasta Goddess Temple, where she now serves as an Oread of Aphrodite Kubileya and as a Priestess on the Council of Wisewomen.

Bria holds a MA With Distinction in Classical Mediterranean History and Archaeology from the University of Leicester. 

pa-si-te-o-i me-ri
"To all the Gods, honey"

Linear B Tablet KN Gg 702 from Knossos

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Course is entirely online and self-paced, with all lectures and materials available immediately after purchase. No additional materials are required, though tools & alternatives will be suggested.

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Cost: $99 USD

Course inquiries: courses@mtnysa.com

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