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The new god of the gods.
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How did Cronus become the ruler of heaven and earth? Killed his father Uranus with a sickle. Why did he do this? His father had sent him and his siblings to the underworld.
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Cronus’ rule brings about the golden age of man. There is no murder, theft or anger. Man lived in peace with each other and the gods. Although he brings about the golden age Cronus never let his brothers free. Why? He fears that his brothers might overthrow him.
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Rhea was Cronus’ wife who was pregnant with their sixth child. Why Cronus had eaten all their other children? He feared that one of his children would overpower him. Rhea morns her lost children and asks Mother Earth for help. Mother earth gives her an idea…
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tsma, Aaron J. "CRONUS : Greek Titan King of Heaven, God of Time ; Mythology ; Pictures : KRONOS, SATURN." CRONUS : Greek Titan King of Heaven, God of Time ; Mythology ; Pictures : KRONOS, SATURN. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2012..
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Rhea gives birth to her six child, Zeus, in a cave. Rhea then wraps up a stone baby and gives it to Cronus, who swallows it. She is able to raise the child in secrete until it is strong enough to challenge Cronus
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tsma, Aaron J. "CRONUS : Greek Titan King of Heaven, God of Time ; Mythology ; Pictures : KRONOS, SATURN." CRONUS : Greek Titan King of Heaven, God of Time ; Mythology ; Pictures : KRONOS, SATURN. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2012..
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