Pan mythology

Pan mythology centers on Pan, the Greek god of the wild, shepherds, and flocks. Often depicted with the legs and horns of a goat, he embodies nature's untamed spirit. Pan is associated with music, particularly playing the pan flute, and represents the rustic and pastoral aspects of life. His presence evokes feelings of panic, a term derived from his sudden appearances in forests. In myth, Pan is portrayed as both a playful and lonely figure, reflecting the balance of human connection with the wild, symbolizing humanity's deep ties to nature and the instinctual side of existence.