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The powerful Poseidon, Greek god of the ocean, was an important figure in Greek mythology, constantly marking out his own territory. Like the sea, he could be quite tumultuous, for he was both strong and ambitious. : : : : : : After helping his brothers to wrest the control of the kingdom from the Titans, Zeus became the ruler of the Olympian gods and goddesses. With his Queen, Hera, and several other goddesses and mortal women (after all, Zeus was famous for his sexual escapades), he became the benevolent father tomany of the heroes, and the Greek gods and goddesses. : : : : : : Ares, Greek god of war and Aphrodite's lover . . . not the most popular guy in the Greek pantheon, but a real action figure!: : : : : : : Apollo, god of light, truly a man of reason and a civilizing influence. Art, science, philosophy and music were his domains. Think of exquisite balance, 'The Golden Mean; when you call Apollo's name : : : : : : : Dionysus,the Greek god of ecstacy -- party boy, charismatic wild man, and world traveller-- created quite a stir wherever he happened to be. A natural leader he gained enough influence out in the world to be invited to live on Mount Olympus with the other goddesses and gods. : : : : : : : Hades, the Greek god who ruled the Underworld, the home of the sleeping and the dead, was happy to leave the earthly affairs behind. Used to getting what he wanted, Hades abducted the beautiful young Persephone (Goddess of Springtime) and made her his Queen. : : : : : : Though lame from birth, Hephaestus, Greek god of the forge became an artisan and inventor. Married to the gorgeous Aphrodite, he was the envy of all the gods. : : : : : : Playful, clever, charming and resourceful, the Messenger god, Hermes, was entrusted by Zeus with many important responsibilities. Hermes, also known as the God of Commerce was known to be powerfully persuasive. : : : : : :
