In Greek mythology, Atlas and Prometheus are both Titans and the sons of Lapetus and Oceanid Asia (or Clymene). In legend, they were both punished by Zeus for sharing knowledge with humanity.

Historical atlas of world mythology / Joseph Campbell Smithsonian Libraries and Archives. Object Details Author Campbell, Joseph 1904-1987 Notes ANTH copy 39088009193558 has bookplate: Smithsonian ...

In Greek mythology the Titan Atlas bore the weight of the heavens on his shoulders. Another Greek myth is that Zeus, a god, threw lightning bolts down onto earth when he was in a rage.

‘Weit’ puts circus spin on Atlas myth Circus Culture in Ithaca to stage 5 performances this week. ... Chinese yo-yo and trapeze acts — to create a narrative worthy of Atlas.