Exploring Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses
Dive into the captivating world of Ancient Greek mythology as you learn about the Titans, the reign of the gods led by Zeus, and the intriguing stories of deities such as Athena, Hera, Ares, Aphrodite, and more. Discover the powers, relationships, and realms ruled by these ancient beings, all captured in vivid imagery and engaging narratives.
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Ancient Greek Gods By: Michael Xavier Mark Graham Chris Rinetti
WHO CAME FIRST? The gods were not the first rulers of the universe. Legends say that the Titans ruled the universe first. Cronus, the top titan, used to eat his children for fear of losing power. Zeus managed to keep from being eaten and killed Cronus, thus beginning the reign of the gods.
King of the gods. Very promiscuous Weakness: girls, girls, girls! God of mankind.
HERA Queen and mother of the gods. Zeus s sister. Goddess of marriage.
ARES God of war God of storms Loved war and massacre
Aphrodite Goddess of love and beauty. Born from the foam in water. Pictured as the most beautiful being in the universe.
HADES God of the underworld. Zeus s brother Ruler of the myriad rivers (river of lamentation, river of hate, etc.)
POEIDEN God of the seas. Zeus s brother. Controlled earthquakes.
ARTEMIS Goddess of the hunt Known as the Mistress of Animals Zeus s daughter Brought death with her arrows
DEMETER Goddess of the harvest. Worshipped with festivals. Goddess of grain and fertility.
APOLLO God of light and prophecy. Twin brother of Artemis. Mother was Leto.
ATHENA Goddess of war and wisdom. (civilized war) Athens was named after her. Born from Zeus s head.
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