Arachne & Medusa, What Did They Really Do to You, Athena?
Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! | Greek Mythology & the Ancient Mediterranean
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The Importance of Comparing Yourself Favorably to the Gods
When people compared her to Minerva, Arachni would tell them, basically, let's see how good Minerva really is. If it's true that she is really better than me, I'll do whatever she wants,. But does that warrant what's coming next? No, it doesn't. Though still, one living through that time should perhaps pay attention to what happens to others when they compare themselves favorably to the gods.
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