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Greek Gods
The main Olympian gods - their stewardship and symbols
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9th Grade
12/12/2011

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Term
Athena
Definition
Goddess of wisdom

Depicted with a shield, sword, and owl
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Poseidon
Definition
God of the seas, rivers, and horses

Depicted with trident, horses or sea creatures
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Zeus
Definition
God of weather, law, and king of the gods

Depicted with scepter, lightning bolt, falcon or bull
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Aphrodite
Definition
Goddess of love

Depicted with rose, scallop shell, and dove
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Hades/Pluto
Definition
God of the underworld

Depicted with screech owl and three-headed dog
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Hera
Definition
Goddess of marriage and women

Depicted with crown, veil, and lotus staff
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Hermes
Definition
God of travel, messengers, thievery, and athletics

Depicted with winged sandals
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Apollo
Definition
God of music, healing, poetry, and archery and the sun

Depicted with laurel wreath
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Artemis
Definition
Goddess of the hunt and the moon

Depicted with hunting bow and deer
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Ares
Definition
God of war and violence

Depicted with golden armor, spear, vulture, and dogs
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Demeter
Definition
Goddess of agriculture

Depicted with cornucopia and ears of wheat
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Dionysus
Definition
God of wine, parties, and madness

Depicted with goblet, grape vine, and crown of ivy
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Hephaestus
Definition
God of metalworking and masonry

Depicted with hammer, tongs, and anvil
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Hestia
Definition
Goddess of the home, hearth, and architecture

Depicted with veil, hearth, or kettle
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