Top 10 Greek Gods and Goddesses
Top 10 Greek Gods and Goddesses
1. Zeus – King of the Gods
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Domain: Sky, thunder, lightning, justice
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Symbol: Thunderbolt, eagle
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Fun Fact: Zeus ruled Mount Olympus and was known for his many love affairs.
2. Hera – Queen of the Gods
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Domain: Marriage, women, family
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Symbol: Peacock, crown
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Fun Fact: Hera was Zeus’s wife and often punished his lovers and illegitimate children.
3. Poseidon – God of the Sea
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Domain: Oceans, earthquakes, horses
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Symbol: Trident, dolphin
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Fun Fact: He could create storms and tsunamis when angry.
4. Athena – Goddess of Wisdom and War
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Domain: Wisdom, strategy, crafts, war
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Symbol: Owl, olive tree, armor
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Fun Fact: She was born from Zeus's head, fully grown and armored.
5. Apollo – God of the Sun and Music
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Domain: Sun, music, healing, prophecy
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Symbol: Lyre, sun, laurel wreath
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Fun Fact: Twin brother of Artemis and associated with the Oracle of Delphi.
6. Artemis – Goddess of the Hunt and Moon
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Domain: Wildlife, hunting, moon, childbirth
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Symbol: Bow and arrow, moon, deer
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Fun Fact: She vowed to remain a virgin and protect young women.
7. Ares – God of War
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Domain: War, violence, bloodshed
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Symbol: Spear, helmet, vulture
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Fun Fact: Despite his strength, many gods (and even mortals) disliked him.
8. Aphrodite – Goddess of Love and Beauty
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Domain: Love, beauty, desire
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Symbol: Dove, rose, seashell
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Fun Fact: Said to have been born from sea foam; married to Hephaestus but had many lovers.
9. Hermes – Messenger of the Gods
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Domain: Travel, communication, commerce, trickery
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Symbol: Winged sandals, caduceus (staff)
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Fun Fact: Guided souls to the underworld and was known for his cleverness.
10. Demeter – Goddess of Agriculture
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Domain: Harvest, fertility, crops, seasons
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Symbol: Wheat, torch, cornucopia
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Fun Fact: Her daughter Persephone's abduction by Hades caused the seasons.
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