The Muses in Greek mythology are nine goddesses who personify the arts and sciences. They are known as the sources of inspiration for artists, poets, and musicians. Each Muse governs a specific domain, including epic poetry, history, and music. Their purpose is to provide creativity and inspiration to humanity, facilitating the expression of human experience through various art forms. The invocation of the Muses at the beginning of epic poems, like Homer's “Iliad,” signifies the importance of divine influence in artistic endeavors. They embody the connection between creativity and the divine, illustrating the eternal aspiration to achieve greatness in human expression.