Are Greek myths relevant today? Consider how certain characters from Greek mythology pop up in everyday speech. For instance, a huge or heroic task is said to be Herculean. This is in tribute to Hercules, son of Greek God Zeus. And it's because of a mythological king called Tantalus, that to tantalize entails holding something desirable just out of reach. Then there's the 'Midas touch'; or a book of maps which gets its name from Atlas, the Titan who supported the heavens on his shoulders. Something colossal in size or power is said to be titanic, after the Titans. In contrast, a point of vulnerability is an Achilles' heel and how about the word 'panic'? It comes from the shepherd god Pan.

• We want you to tell us about any more terms that stem from Greek mythology...

• Greek myths have long inspired film-makers, including: O Brother Where Art Thou (2000) starring George Clooney, a re-hash of Homer's The Odyssey; Clash of the Titans (1981) starring Laurence Olivier; and Disney's animated classic, Hercules. Even Star Wars is based on these myths and legends... Can you think of any other such flicks?

• Who are your favourite Greek gods or goddesses?

• Who would be your Ancient Greek hero - perhaps Odysseus, brave leader in the Trojan Wars? Or Jason and his Argonauts?

• How about Ancient Greek sites, say in Athens - anyone have holiday anecdotes to recount?

More BBC Links

• All about Greek Gods and Goddesses.
• More on Ancient Greeks at BBC History.

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