The "Fates" in Greek mythology are known as Moirae, who determine the destinies of mortals. These three sisters—Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos—each represent different aspects of fate: spinning the thread of life, measuring its length, and ultimately cutting it, signifying death. Their roles emphasize the inevitability of fate and the limited control humans have over their life paths, thereby encapsulating the tragic reality of existence in Greek culture.