Abduction
Symbolizes loss of control, fear, and vulnerability. In myth and folklore, abduction often involves deities or beings with powers beyond human comprehension, reflecting the individual's feelings of powerlessness in a situation or relationship. It can also represent a transformative journey, forced upon the individual, leading to a profound change or awakening.
Themes: loss, control, fear, vulnerability, transformation
More in: Greek mythology; 'The Rape of Persephone' from 'Metamorphoses' by Ovid.