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Greek Gods Meet the Olympians

Zeus King of the Olympians and God of the Heavens (Sky) Symbol is a lightening bolt. and the eagle Zeus had many children, both mortal and immortal, one of the most famous is Hercules

Hera Queen of the Olympians and Goddess of Marriage, Women and Motherhood Symbols the peacock Zeus’ sister and 1st wife

Poseidon God of the Water or the Seas Symbol is the trident (three pronged spear) Controlled the oceans.

Demeter Goddess of Fertility and agriculture. Symbols include corn, wheat, and the torch. Controls the seasons

Hestia Goddess of the Hearth and Home She basically protected the home and family Her symbol is Fire

Aphrodite Goddess of Love and Beauty Married to the God Hephaestus (but she was not really interested in him Symbols include the dove, sparrow, and swan.

Apollo God of Music, Art, and the Sun One of the most beloved Gods in Ancient Greece Had a temple in Delphi, where an Oracle communicated to mortals for him. Symbols include the lyre (a musical instrument) and chariot

Ares God of War He loved violence, blood, battles and war It is said his thrown was covered in the skins of men. Symbols include the vulture and the dog 9

aRTEMIS Goddess of the Hunt and the Moon Kills Adonis (Aphrodite’s lover) because he said he was a better hunter than she was Symbols include the bow and arrow.

Athens Goddess of Wisdom and War Strategy Sprang in full armor from Zeus’ head (that is how she was born) Symbols include the spear and shield. Parthenon in Athens built in her honor

Hephaestus God of the Forge (Metal Working) Symbols include a hammer and anvil, and the axe Was the husband of Aphrodite

Hermees God Of Commerce, Thieves and Speed He was the Messenger for the Gods Symbols includes winged shoes and winged helmet.

Other important lesser deities Hades God of the Underworld Symbols include the Helmet, Metals, and Jewels Dionysus God of Wine and Merry Making Symbols include grapes and wine cups.