ancient Greeks practiced paganism - polytheism, worshiping at which a large number of gods, each of whom was responsible for some one event or function.
Greek gods whose names are familiar to almost everyone at school, behave like ordinary people in authority.They are cunning, weave and quarrel.Their relationship to each other is incredibly confusing, so it is interesting to study the myths devoted to them.
Supreme god of the Greek pantheon - Zeus lightning thrower, he headed the sky.Virtually all of the major gods of Olympus fall children or brothers and sisters, including his wife, Hera, at the same time is his sister, which he, according to mythology, often changes.
Hades, brother of Zeus, in charge of the underworld, the realm of the dead.With him, his wife Persephone and her mother Demeter related an interesting myth, explaining the change of seasons.
Poseidon, brother of Zeus, is a master of the seas and oceans, protects sea travelers.Usually depicted with a trident in his hand.
names of Greek gods, who are the children of Zeus, familiar to almost everyone: Aphrodite, Artemis, Ares, Apollo, Hermes.
Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty, which is among the 12 greatest Olympian gods, was born of the sea foam, but, nevertheless, traditionally considered to be the daughter of Zeus.It is often referred to in myths as a minor participant in the action, but there are stories devoted just to her.
Artemis and Apollo, twins born from Zeus goddess Leto, represent, respectively, the moon and the sun.Artemis, goddess of the hunt, eternally young and virgin protectress of nature, is often depicted with a bow surrounded by animals.Known Herostrat wanting to become famous, it burned a temple dedicated to Artemis.Apollo also patronized the arts and sciences, he was also a healer.
Ares - god of war, according to some assumptions had not Greek and Thracian origins, but it is often referred to as the son of Zeus and Hera.For a time he was the beloved of Aphrodite, her sister, their relationship is mentioned in many myths and are the cause of many conflicts.Their union gave birth to six children: Phobos, Deimos, Eros, Anteros, Gimerosa and harmony.As you can see, the names of Greek gods reflected in astronomy, but more on that later.
Hermes - patron of merchants and thieves, the son of Zeus and, according to some assumptions, Maya, and on the other - Persephone, Zeus who comes niece.The symbols are the caduceus of Hermes, and winged sandals and a distinctive hat, although he is often depicted without it.
also impossible not to mention Athena, which is among the Olympian gods.She is the patron of wisdom and knowledge.She was the daughter of Zeus, born out of his head.
Another famous goddess, occupies a significant place in the Greek pantheon, Demeter is responsible for fertility and agriculture, which is literally a universal mother and sister of Zeus.The names of Greek gods, such as Demeter, it can be seen even in the modern culture, so popular in the name of Russia Dmitry literally means' the goddess Demeter. "
As already mentioned, the names of Greek gods, as well as their Roman counterparts, are widely used in astronomy.Mercury (Hermes), Venus (Aphrodite), Mars (Ares), Jupiter (Zeus), Saturn (Kronos, father of Zeus), Uranus (the grandfather of Zeus), Pluto (Poseidon), as well as satellites of the planets and numerous asteroids.
names of Greek gods, no doubt, known to almost all, but not only their names, but their actions are worthy of study because they are interesting and entertaining.
