The Greeks Spotlight on Ancient Greeks The Mycenaeans and Homer Greek Settlements The Land of Greece The City-State, Athens Democracy The City at War Naval Warfare Religion and the Gods Temples The Olympic Games The Family Home Greek Women Education Symposium Theaters and Actors Craftsmen Illness and Death Learning and Inventions	Aphrodite Aphrodite, goddess of love, was born from the sea. People prayed to her that their love would be returned by those they loved. This sculpture shows the birth of Aphrodite.   Previous: Back Book: The Greeks Section: Spotlight on Ancient Greeks Chapter: Religion and the Gods