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Zeus - Jupiter The Father of Gods and Men

You’ve already met Zeus in the “male” portion of the Olympian presentation Zeus is prominent in many, many myths Zeus represents: Sky (think eagle and thunderbolt) Justice Protector and enforcer of hospitality (xenia) Fatherly authority Zeus (Jupiter)

Zeus was honored with magnificent temples at many Greek sites. This one, from Asia Minor, is constructed to emphasize lofty magnificence. Other sites include: Olympia (home of the Olympics), Dodona, and Athens. Temples of Zeus

One of the most famous images of Zeus in antiquity was the chryselephantine cult statue at his temple in Olympia in Greece (this is a smaller Roman reproduction). staff represents authority eagle shows vision, strength, sky connection, rule he holds victory (Nike) in his hand Let’s take a look at a couple of Zeus’ many love affairs... Zeus at Olympia

Zeus: Clever Seducer  Leda: Zeus seduced her by taking the form of a beautiful swan.  The result: the most beautiful woman in the world and the cause of the Trojan War, Helen  Leda: Zeus seduced her by taking the form of a beautiful swan.  The result: the most beautiful woman in the world and the cause of the Trojan War, Helen

Danae and Perseus  Danae’s father received a prophecy that his grandson would cause his death so he sealed his daughter in cave  Zeus entered the cave in the form of a shower of gold and impregnated her.  The result: the famous hero Perseus, who beheaded Medusa, the snaky-haired Gorgon who turned men to stone with her gaze

Ganymede Ganymede was a Trojan boy The most beautiful young man on earth Zeus abducted him in the form of an eagle He became cupbearer to the gods Represents youth and beauty

This late fourth century amphora shows the gods seated in Olympus. Zeus is enthroned; Hera is by his side with a scepter-like torch; Apollo plays the lyre nearby. Zeus: Father Figure, Dispenser of Justice

The Division of the World  Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades were brothers  When they collectively overthrew the Titans to claim the world, they had to decide how to divide it up  They decided to draw lots: Poseidon drew the sea, Zeus the sky, and Hades drew the underworld, leaving him bitter and angry

The Aegis The Aegis is an image of the head of Medusa, a symbol of power It was worn by Athena on her breast plate Although Athena wore the symbol, it was regarded as belonging to Zeus The Aegis was a gift from the hero Perseus to his father Zeus The Aegis is an image of the head of Medusa, a symbol of power It was worn by Athena on her breast plate Although Athena wore the symbol, it was regarded as belonging to Zeus The Aegis was a gift from the hero Perseus to his father Zeus