Role of Tragedians in Athenian Religion

Tragedians dutifully replicated religious myths word for word to preserve their original meaning over time.

Tragedians retold traditional myths from novel perspectives, keeping the narratives relevant and the religion vibrant.

Tragedians invented entirely new myths to establish new moral values for Athens.

Tragedians satirized traditional myths, gradually freeing Athenians from their religious convictions.