Top 10 Greek Gods and Goddesses

 

 Top 10 Greek Gods and Goddesses

1. ZeusKing of the Gods

  • Domain: Sky, thunder, lightning, justice

  • Symbol: Thunderbolt, eagle

  • Fun Fact: Zeus ruled Mount Olympus and was known for his many love affairs.


2. HeraQueen of the Gods

  • Domain: Marriage, women, family

  • Symbol: Peacock, crown

  • Fun Fact: Hera was Zeus’s wife and often punished his lovers and illegitimate children.


3. PoseidonGod of the Sea

  • Domain: Oceans, earthquakes, horses

  • Symbol: Trident, dolphin

  • Fun Fact: He could create storms and tsunamis when angry.


4. AthenaGoddess of Wisdom and War

  • Domain: Wisdom, strategy, crafts, war

  • Symbol: Owl, olive tree, armor

  • Fun Fact: She was born from Zeus's head, fully grown and armored.


5. ApolloGod of the Sun and Music

  • Domain: Sun, music, healing, prophecy

  • Symbol: Lyre, sun, laurel wreath

  • Fun Fact: Twin brother of Artemis and associated with the Oracle of Delphi.


6. ArtemisGoddess of the Hunt and Moon

  • Domain: Wildlife, hunting, moon, childbirth

  • Symbol: Bow and arrow, moon, deer

  • Fun Fact: She vowed to remain a virgin and protect young women.


7. AresGod of War

  • Domain: War, violence, bloodshed

  • Symbol: Spear, helmet, vulture

  • Fun Fact: Despite his strength, many gods (and even mortals) disliked him.


8. AphroditeGoddess of Love and Beauty

  • Domain: Love, beauty, desire

  • Symbol: Dove, rose, seashell

  • Fun Fact: Said to have been born from sea foam; married to Hephaestus but had many lovers.


9. HermesMessenger of the Gods

  • Domain: Travel, communication, commerce, trickery

  • Symbol: Winged sandals, caduceus (staff)

  • Fun Fact: Guided souls to the underworld and was known for his cleverness.


10. DemeterGoddess of Agriculture

  • Domain: Harvest, fertility, crops, seasons

  • Symbol: Wheat, torch, cornucopia

  • Fun Fact: Her daughter Persephone's abduction by Hades caused the seasons.

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