Gods in ancient Greek mythology

Zeus
In mythology, Zeus was the god that reigns in Olympus Leader. He is married to his sister, who became Goddess Hera marriage. Zeus divided the world into three worlds and divide by two brothers, Poseidon is the god Lord of the Sea, and Hades is the god of Death Lord of Nature.
Hera
Known as the wife and sister of Zeus. Hera was the goddess of marriage. He was described as the goddess of greatness and full of wisdom. Often enthroned and crowned with a plain (high cylindrical crown), which is only worn by some of the great goddess.
Arrest
Ares is the god of war in Greek mythology. In Roman mythology he was known by the name of the god Mars. He has two bodyguards, namely Phobos and Deimos. The name became one of the planet Mars is near the earth and has 2 months, named after his bodyguard, Phobos and Deimos. The name March is a sacrifice for him.
Hephaestus
Known as Vulcan in Roman mythology. He was the first son of the god Zeus to the goddess Hera. He is the god of fire, carpenter, metal smith and craftsman of weapons. Hefestus worshiped in all industries and manufacturing centers in Greece especially in Athens. Although his shop is located on the island of Lemnos, Hefestus associated with Mount Etna by a Sicilian.
Dionysus
the only god who has human parents is Dionysus. Gift of magic, the grapes are distilled water carrier causes excitement and madness. His creation of intoxicating it can make a splashy drinker and also sparked the carnage of drunk. In ancient times, devotees gathered in the woods and dance in his honor and drink until drunk. Trojan warrior wants to be rid of anxiety with herbs mujarabnya. Really, that's the reality of all time to date.
Demeter
Demeter, Goddess of Agriculture and Fertility is considered the first to teach men the land and harvesting. Endowed with the power to bring prosperity and hunger for humans. Narrated season he has the ability to control and alter the natural surface. Now, the farm thrived on the land where it is believed the Trojan war occurred. Perhaps the proof of the power to give birth to new life Demeter even in the former war zone where the legendary battle of the brave.
Poseidon
Known as the ruling god of the sea. Poseidon has a triden weapon that can cause floods and earthquakes. Poseidon also has a vehicle drawn by Hippopocamus (half horse half fish creature). Poseidon married Amphitrite, and has a son named Triton. Poseidon is also the god who created the horse in his attempts to woo Demeter.
Hermes
one of the gods in Greek mythology who considered the god of luck, the patron deity of merchants, and also the god of messengers. In Roman mythology, he is also known as Mercury. Hermes is the son of Zeus and Maia. Physical characteristic is a petite body that is always wearing a winged cap and winged sandals. He is very fast in a word and also ran. Hermes served as messenger for Zeus and guiding spirit to hell. Hermes has a rod called Caduceus. He is a god helper for Odysseus when stuck on an island. Of its relationship with Aphrodite, Hermes has a son named Hermaphrodite.
Athens
Athena, goddess of crafts, domestic skills and the war. As a war goddess, she boasts extraordinary cleverness. According to legend, she appeared in an adult complete with armor. Of all his children, Zeus chose Athens as the bearer of a shield and lightning. Dhsyat enemy to Troy, he fought in the Greek warriors and told he mourns the death of Achilles. But when Troy fell and contaminates Greek temple, his revenge. He asked Poseidon lowering storms that disrupt the return of Greek ships. Full of courage on the battlefield, he also understands the value of peace and was known as the primary protector and skills in the household. Unlike others who prefer to refer to nature as his home, loved the city of Athens. Favorite city is Athens, as its name, and where the temple, the Parthenon, still stands as one of the wonders of the world.
Artemis
Artemis, goddess of hunting. As wild by nature itself. Is sacred to the goddess of hunters and protectors of young people who calmly organize the places of the earth's wild. Apollo's twin sister was skilled in archery than all the gods on Mount Olympia. He always carried a silver bow and his arrows. He sided with Troy during the war. He cuts a fierce north wind that prevents them to sail to Troy. Now the relics of Artemis seen in women who opposed the traditions and live a more individualized and free. Subtly told, that he still dwells in the forest.
Apollo
He was the god of light, music, archer, treatment, sun and poet in Greek mythology and Roman mythology. He is the son of Zeus and Leto and the twin brother of Artemis. Orakelnya in Delphi is very famous. Many people from all over Greece who visited orakelnya to find out about their future. He has a bow made ​​of gold. Laurel trees, crows and dolphins animals sacred to him.
Aphrodite
Goddess of Love and Beauty in Greek mythology. In Roman legend known as Venus. There are two different legends about the birth of Aphrodite. The first legend says Aphrodite is the daughter of Zeus and Dione. But the legend is less popular. The second legend says that Aphrodite was born from the genitals of Uranus, castrated by the Titan Cronus.

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