9 Most Famous Sons of Zeus: From Ares to Perseus
Zeus, the all-father god in Greek mythology, was infamous for having numerous extramarital affairs with many goddesses and mortal women. A sky deity, Zeus’ preeminence in the Greek pantheon allowed...
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The Myth of Phaethon and the Sun God’s Chariot
Phaethon, also known as the “Radiant One” or “Shining”, was the son of Helios, the Greek sun god, and a water nymph called Clymene. He is most famous in Greek...
Pan: the Greek God of the countryside, shepherds, and rustic music
In Greek mythology, Pan is the goat-legged god who is most famous for being in charge of the wild, shepherds, flocks and rustic music. Also known for being a lover...
The myth of Sarpedon, the son of Zeus who died fighting in the Trojan War
In the Iliad, a work by ancient Greek poet Homer, Sarpedon is described as the warrior and son of Zeus and Laodamia. Sarpedon’s father Zeus is the chief of the...
Cupid in Roman Mythology: Birth Story, Symbols, Powers and Abilities
In Roman mythology, Cupid is the god of love. He is the son of the Roman god Mercury and the goddess Venus. According the myth, Cupid gets around using his...