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The Greek gods and goddesses . By: Nargis Behgoman. Zeus. The king of the gods/ father of the gods Ruler of the world Married to Hera Zeus was god of the sky, weather, law and order. His parents were Cronus and Rhea. Hera. Queen of gods Protected women Protected marriages Wife of Zeus.
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The Greek gods and goddesses By: Nargis Behgoman
Zeus • The king of the gods/ father of the gods • Ruler of the world • Married to Hera • Zeus was god of the sky, weather, law and order. • His parents were Cronus and Rhea
Hera • Queen of gods • Protected women • Protected marriages • Wife of Zeus
Poseidon • god of the sea • The power over storms, winds, and earthquakes
Aphrodite • goddess of beauty and love • Controlled the beauty of immortals and their love affairs
Athena • goddess of wisdom, peace, and warfare • Protector of Athens
Apollo • Sun god • god of music, poetry, prophecy, healing, and plague
Artemis • goddess of the moon, wild animals, and the hunt • Helps women in childbirth
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