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They were also called the moirae.
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The three Fates or Moerae (the name "Moira" means fate) decided all human destiny. When a child was born, its life was determined by a thread. Clotho, the spinner, spun out the thread of life on her spindle. Lachesis, the apportioner, measured each thread and Atropos, "The inevitable," cut it off with her scissors. Like the related deity Nemesis, the Fates were sometimes believed to be the daughters of Night; they were not part of te Pantheon (the "family" of Greek gods) but were more powerful than any god. Even Zeus, the chief of the Immortals, had to obey the Fates.
In early myths the Fates were seen as just fulfilling a duty; however, in later stories and paintings they are often portrayed as malevolent, even taking a pleasure in ruining or cutting short human lives. This probably reflects a growing belief that humans can and should control their own destiny
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoThere are three - Clotho, who spins the thread of life; Lachesis, who measures out a length; and Atropos, who cuts the thread at the end of the life. They're the goddesses of destiny, knowing the past and future, and not even Zeus can sway their decisions. Some versions say they dwell on Olympus, others in the Underworld.
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∙ 11y agoThere were 3 Moirai, or Fates, in Greek mythology.
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What are the 3 Greek fates?
The three fates in ancient greek mythology were: Κλωθώ (Klotho), Λάχεσις (Lakhesees) and Άτροπος (Atropos).
The three goddesses who according to greek and roman mythology controlled human destiny?
Are the three Fates they're small goddesses, but they do have a big impact. I don't remember their names. In Greek mythology the three Fates are Klotho, Lachesis, and Atropos. In Roman mythology the three Fates are Decima, Nona, and Morta.
Where is the Fates of Greek Mythology's homeland or habitat?
In the under world with Hades
Who were the fates and seasons in greek mythology?
The daughters of Themis and Zeus: Moirai (Fates) Klotho, Lakhesis, and Atropos Horae (Seasons) Eunomia (Order), Dike (Justice), and Eirene (Peace)
How does the word cloth relate to Greek mythology?
Klôthô or Clotho whose name means "spinner" is one of the Greek goddesses called the Moirai, or Fates.
What are the three fates in Greek mythology?
they are the servants of hades
What are the 3 Greek fates?
The three fates in ancient greek mythology were: Κλωθώ (Klotho), Λάχεσις (Lakhesees) and Άτροπος (Atropos).
Are Zeus Poseidon Hades and Fates Greek Nubian or Roman mythology?
Greek.
The three goddesses who according to greek and roman mythology controlled human destiny?
Are the three Fates they're small goddesses, but they do have a big impact. I don't remember their names. In Greek mythology the three Fates are Klotho, Lachesis, and Atropos. In Roman mythology the three Fates are Decima, Nona, and Morta.
Where is the Fates of Greek Mythology's homeland or habitat?
In the under world with Hades
Who decided how long mortals lives would be in greek mythology?
The Fates
Is there a 4th fate from greek mythology?
No. The three Fates' names are Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos.
Who was the goddess of Destiny in Greek Mythology?
The 3 Fates were three old goddesses that controlled destiny and fate.
Who were the fates and seasons in greek mythology?
The daughters of Themis and Zeus: Moirai (Fates) Klotho, Lakhesis, and Atropos Horae (Seasons) Eunomia (Order), Dike (Justice), and Eirene (Peace)
How does the word cloth relate to Greek mythology?
Klôthô or Clotho whose name means "spinner" is one of the Greek goddesses called the Moirai, or Fates.
What does cut the thread of life in Greek mythology?
The three Fates who lived in the Underworld cut the string of life when your time was up.
When did The Fates exist in Greek Mythology?
They controlled the heros (sons or daughters of gods) fate. They are immortal and lived tho everything.
