The Underworld

Matthew Rodriguez
Period 6
2/11/19


         
What about Ancient Greek culture & values is reflected in their beliefs towards the underworld?  
"Initially, it seems that the Ancient Greeks believed that all souls, regardless of how exemplary or dishonorable their earthly lives might have been, ended up in the same place after death."

Do you recognize any similarities between the Greek's beliefs towards death and the underworld and those which are held in your own religion? 
Some people go to the same place after death.

The Journey of the soul is described to be an elaborate process, why do you think that is? Why can't it be more simple?
I think its an elaborate process because it takes time to rest. It can't be more simple because its suppose to be a journey.

Looking back (to The Epic of Gilgamesh) this will be the 2nd text in which the protagonist journey to the underworld to confront death, why do you the hero "needs" to visit the underworld?
I think the hero's needs to visits the underworld to find out his need or find something he's fighting for. 

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