Greek Spring Myth

You probably think you know why we have spring: something to do with distance from and position of your location in connection with the sun. While this is undoubtedly "true," it isn't nearly as charming as the Greek mythological version. In the story of Demeter and the abduction of Persephone, it is explained that during winter the grain goddess, Demeter, won't do her work of feeding mankind because she is in mourning for the seasonal loss of her daughter Persephone. When Persephone re-emerges from her subterranean home, her mother rejoices, and the earth breaks out in green.

Persephone and Demeter Reunited
Homeric Hymn to Demeter

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