Greek gods Flashcards
Who is Zeus?
The king of the gods and ruler of the world
Who is Hera?
Wife of Zeus and queen of the gods. She protected women and marriage.
Who is Poseidon?
God of the sea, with power over storms, winds, and earthquakes.
Who is Demeter?
Sister of Zeus and goddes of agriculture.
Who is Hestia?
Goddess of the hearth and home and family life.
Who is Ares?
God of war who fought for the love of fighting.
Who is Hephaestus?
God of fire and volcanoes.
Who is Aphrodite?
Goddess of beauty and love.
Who is Athena?
Goddess of wisdom and peace, warfare, and protector of Athens
Who is Apollo?
Sun god who was also the god of music and poetry
Artemis
Goddess of the forest
Hermes
Messenger of the gods and god of commerce and gymnastics