The ancient myth of the seasons explains the natural life cycles through the story of Persephone, who is taken to the Underworld by Hades. Her journey symbolizes the changes in the seasons, where her annual return to earth leads to spring and summer's blooming life, while her descent heralds autumn and winter’s dormancy. This myth expresses themes of loss, renewal, and the cyclical nature of existence, emphasizing how life, death, and rebirth are interconnected. It reflects philosophical ideas regarding the impermanence of life, the passage of time, and the eternal cycle of nature.