Jul 5, 2022 · This potential association is not per Charon's appearance, but his role in escorting the dead, as the Grim Reaper is often believed to do. (Here Charon as pyschopomp as opposed to Hermes, b/c Hermes is a member of the Olympian order, who rule from Heaven, while Charon dwells in the underworld.)

Feb 3, 2021 · Was the Grim Reaper originally depicted with a scythe or a sickle? I have seen both versions of the Angel of Death's weapon and was wondering which one is considered the older, more original version. Related question: What is the origin of Grim Reaper?

Yep, I recently drew a picture depicting what I think he would have looked like, he's a robed skeleton, (much like the American grim reaper). He has a coin in his mouth and is holding one of those really long sticks to push a boat forward. –

Dec 31, 2024 · Q&A for enthusiasts and scholars of mythology and folklore. Stack Exchange Network. Stack Exchange network consists of 183 Q&A communities including Stack Overflow, the largest, most trusted online community for developers to learn, share their knowledge, and build their careers.

Jan 9, 2018 · Killing enemies is not bad, guiding/harvesting souls of the dead (like Grim Reaper) is not inherently bad ...

Oct 12, 2017 · The Grim Reaper is well-known as a hooded figure who represents death. This personification is featured in all sorts of modern fiction as well. Where does this character originally come from?

Was the Grim Reaper originally depicted with a scythe or a sickle? I have seen both versions of the Angel of Death's weapon and was wondering which one is considered the older, more original version. ...

Q&A for enthusiasts and scholars of mythology and folklore. Stack Exchange Network. Stack Exchange network consists of 183 Q&A communities including Stack Overflow, the largest, most trusted online community for developers to learn, share their knowledge, and build their careers.

Oct 29, 2017 · Was the Grim Reaper originally depicted with a scythe or a sickle? 5 Did ancient Greek authors describe any consistent details of the Olympians' appearance (hair/eye color, relative height, etc)?

Aug 7, 2023 · Q&A for enthusiasts and scholars of mythology and folklore. For questions about how weapons play a role in myths or mythical events, as well as famous mythological weapons, such as Poseidon's trident or Zeus' lightning bolts.