Why were Greek gods immortal (according to mythology)?

Greeks knew that all humans eventually die. So, to die is equivalent to be human. Greeks “gave immortality” even to semi-gods (like Hercules) to recognize their unique achievements in Earth.Actually, it is not much different even now. “Saints” are bestowed eternal spiritual “life” despite being dead. St. read more

Gods were originally created to explain inexplicable occurences such as thunder, or why there are wars, etc. These happenings are inevitable, and cannot die, as without some of these we could not live. read more

There are many types of immortal beings in Greek mythology. Some are depicted as humanoid, some as part animal, and some personifications are not readily visualized. The gods and goddesses of Mt. Olympus can walk among mortals undetected. read more

Because Greek mythology takes the uninspiring everyday life and extends it into an idealized reality, most Greek gods are not only immortal but also incredibly beautiful and strong. The Vikings process of thinking took them in the opposite direction, from ideal to practical. Consider the name of some runes they used, Hail, Thorn. read more