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WHI: SOL 5b Greek Mythology

Based on polytheistic religion Offered explanations of natural phenomena, human qualities, and life events

Zeus King of the Gods, Ruler of Mount Olympus God of the Sky, thunder

Poseidon Brother of Zeus and Hades God of the sea, earthquakes, tidal waves

Hades Brother of Zeus and Poseidon God of the Underworld, the dead, and all riches under the Earth

Hera Queen of the gods, Sister and Wife of Zeus Goddess of marriage and family

Aphrodite Goddess of love and beauty Born of the sea foam (older than other Olympians)

Artemis Twin sister of Apollo Goddess of the hunt, moon, virginity, archery, childbirth and all animals

Apollo Twin brother of Artemis God of knowledge, light, prophecy, the arts, poetry, the sun, manly beauty

Hephaestus God of fire and forge, Craftsman of the gods Husband of Aphrodite, son of Zeus and Hera, brother of Ares

Hermes Messenger of the gods God of travel, thieves, commerce, and games

Dionysius God of wine, celebrations, and insanity

Athena Goddess of wisdom, defense, strategic warfare

Demeter Goddess of agriculture, the seasons, fertility, and nature Mother-in-law of Hades, sister of Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, and Hera

Ares Son of Zeus and Hera, brother of Hephaestus God of war, violence, bloodshed