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1 GREEK MYTHOLOGY The Twelve Olympians

2 The Twelve Olympians Zeus Poseidon Hades Hestia Hera Ares Athena
Apollo Aphrodite Hermes Artemis Hephaestus

3 Zeus Ruler of the Olympians of Mount Olympus
God of the sky and thunder Well known for affairs with beautiful mortal women Carried a thunderbolt that he threw at people who upset him Many temples built and festivals held in his honour

4 Hera Goddess of marriage Wife and sister of Zeus
Queen of all Olympians Beautiful Jealous and vengeful nature

5 Hermes Messenger of the gods Guide of dead souls
Patron saint of travellers Invented running and boxing Wore winged sandals Statue at every gymnasium in Greece

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