Persephone and the Cycle of the Seasons

Persephone, daughter of Demeter, was abducted by Hades, god of the underworld. Demeter’s grief caused the earth to wither, leading to the first winter. A deal was struck: Persephone would spend part of the year in the underworld and part with her mother. This myth explains the seasons’ cycle — her descent marks autumn and winter, while her return brings spring and summer. It is a powerful tale of loss, rebirth, and the deep bond between mother and daughter, symbolizing nature’s eternal rhythm.