Memorizing the Greek Muses
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This is a reference for memorizing the names and attributes of the Greek Muses. See also: memory palace examples for the Greek muses.
| Muse | Domain | Emblem |
|---|---|---|
| Calliope | Epic poetry | Writing tablet |
| Clio | History | Scrolls |
| Erato | Love poetry | Cithara (an ancient Greek musical instrument in the lyre family) |
| Euterpe | Song and Elegiac poetry | Aulos (an ancient Greek musical instrument like a flute) |
| Melpomene | Tragedy | Tragic mask |
| Polyhymnia | Hymns | Veil |
| Terpsichore | Dance | Lyre |
| Thalia | Comedy | Comic mask |
| Urania | Astronomy | Globe and drafting compass |
