Atlas (Greek mythology)

In Greek mythology, Atlas is a Titan condemned to hold up the sky for eternity. This punishment was a result of the Titanomachy, a war between the Titans and the Olympian gods. Often depicted carrying a globe on his shoulders, Atlas symbolizes endurance and strength. His name is also associated with maps and atlases, reflecting his burden of holding the heavens and the world. Atlas is sometimes seen as a figure of resilience, embodying the weight of responsibility that some must bear in both myth and life.