Roman Gods

Introduction The early Romans were farmers. They were influenced by the Greeks, and adopted many of their Gods and gave them Roman names.

Jupiter He was the king of the gods. He was mighty and strong. Jupiter used lightning to punish his enemies, and wore a breastplate that depicted a storm cloud. His special messenger was the eagle.

Neptune Neptune was the lord of the sea. He was the brother of Jupiter. Neptune was very powerful. He could raise his hand and a new island would appear!

Mars Mars was the God of War. His favourite animals, often found on his battlefields, were the vulture and the dog or wolf. Mars' emblem was a spear and a burning torch. He loved violence and bloodshed. He wasn’t liked very much.

Juno Juno was the Queen of the gods. She was the Goddess of Heaven, Marriage and Childbirth. She was married to Jupiter.

Venus Venus was the Goddess of love and beauty. Venus was also the protector of gardens and flowers. She punished people who defied her power by turning them into a rock.

Mercury Mercury was the God of trade and thievery. Mercury was a beardless youth who had wings fastened to his ankles, and a winged cap on his head. Mercury was the also Messenger of the Gods. Mercury had a wand, twined by snakes and surmounted by wings that possessed magical powers over sleeping, waking, and dreams.

Diana Diana is the Goddess of the Moon and hunting. She was a gentle god and a healer of the sick. She also protected animals from injury, and carried a bow and a quiver full of arrows. She loved music, and dancing.

Conclusion The Roman mythology and Gods tell us a lot about what the early Romans thought was important. The Romans valued family, beauty, honor, truth, wisdom, wealth, courage and strength. They were a people who were building a great city, and testing the courage and honor that their ancestors would cherish.