Parallels between Greek and Indian mythology- coincidence or not?
Trade and the exchange of knowledge during ancient times are sometimes considered the beginning of global connections and modernization. Among routes that were used by thousands of travelers, traders and philosophers, it’s not surprising that a lot of cultures in several areas are interconnected. The connection between Greece and India is a wonderful example of mythological similarities and parallels. They have had trade relations from over 300 years ago, and have exchanged invaluable knowledge about astronomy, industrial techniques and mathematics. The Greek philosopher and mathematician, Pythagoras was also influenced by Indians, which is evident in the Pythagoras theorem. The great school of Gandhara sculpture was also built by the Greeks. Greek and Indian mythologies, two very intricate and detailed collections of epics like the Iliad, by Homer or the Ramayana, by Valmiki. Obviously, ...