Mycenaean Religion

Mycenaean religion, practiced by ancient Greeks during the late Bronze Age, centered around a pantheon of gods and goddesses, with a focus on divine powers like fertility, war, and nature. Worship often took place in palatial centers and included offerings and rituals, emphasizing the importance of maintaining favor with deities. The Mycenaeans believed in an afterlife, reflected in their elaborate burial practices. Key elements included the worship of gods such as Zeus and Poseidon, as well as local deities. Their religious practices laid the groundwork for later Greek mythology and cultural beliefs.