Theogony (work)

The Theogony is an ancient Greek poem by Hesiod that explains the origin of the gods and the universe. It begins with chaos and presents how primordial forces and deities emerged, leading to the birth of powerful gods like Zeus, Hera, and Poseidon. The poem traces the genealogies and relationships among the gods, highlighting their roles and conflicts. Essentially, it serves as a mythological family history that explores how divine beings came into existence and how their stories shaped ancient Greek beliefs about the cosmos, order, and divine authority.