A Greek myth or legend refers to a traditional story passed down through generations in ancient Greek culture. These stories encompass a wide range of themes, characters, and supernatural elements. They often feature gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters, as well as extraordinary events and acts of heroism. Greek myths and legends played a significant role in the religious beliefs, social values, and cultural identity of ancient Greek society. Some examples of well-known Greek myths and legends include the tales of Hercules (Herakles), the Trojan War, the adventures of Odysseus, the story of Theseus and the Minotaur, and many more.