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The term 'arachnophobia' (fear of spiders) derives directly from Arachne, cementing her mythological legacy in modern language and demonstrating how ancient myths permeate contemporary culture.
An exploration of the Greek myth of Arachne and Athena, examining the story of a talented Lydian weaver who challenged the goddess of weaving and was transformed into a spider as punishment for her hubris.
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