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Hades

Hades. Ruler of the Underworld God of Wealth. Hades. God of Wealth because t he majority of the riches of the world are found underground. Ruler of the dead Symbols are his helmet, scepter, Cerberus, cornucopia, golden chariot. Hades. Myth

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Hades

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  1. Hades Ruler of the Underworld God of Wealth

  2. Hades • God of Wealth because the majority of the riches of the world are found underground. • Ruler of the dead • Symbols are his helmet, scepter, Cerberus, cornucopia, golden chariot

  3. Hades • Myth • Hades was the Greek god of the underworld and also wealth. After his brother Zeus defeated his father Cronus, the three brothers drew lots to see who would rule what parts of the universe. Poseidon was assigned as the ruler of all watery domains, Hades received all of the underworld, and Zeus received all of the heavens.

  4. Bio Poem Hades Tall, merciless, mysterious, terrifying Relative of Zeus, Poseidon, and Cronus Lover of Persephone, Luece, and Minthe Who feels grim and gloomy Who needs Persephone and his helmet of invisibility Who fears his face will be shown Who gives a safe resting place to departed souls Who would like to see his number of subjects increase Resident of the Underworld Pluto

  5. Fun Facts • Other names are Dis, Orcus, Polydegmon, Plouton, and Aidoneus • Kidnapped Persephone • He is not the god of death • The god most hated by mankind

  6. Modern Reference • The band Styx got their name from one of the five rivers of Hades. • Acheron - the river of woe • Cocytus - the river of lamentation • Phlegethon - the river of fire • Lethe - the river of forgetfulness • Styx - the river of hate

  7. Hera Queen of Olympus Goddess of Women and Marriage

  8. Hera • Queen of Olympus • Goddess of women and marriage • Symbols are her scepter and diadem

  9. Hera • Myth • Hera was an ancient goddess, she existed many years before the time of the Olympian gods. Her cult was so strong that those from the north made Hera the consort of Zeus and integrated her into their pantheon. Although married to Zeus, their marriage was an all but faithful and happy one. Their relationship was full of many quarrels and infidelities on the part of Zeus. This often turned Hera into a vengeful woman, that was out to get revenge on anyone available.

  10. Bio Poem • Hera • Young, beautiful, regal, vengeful • Relative of Ares, Hebe, and Eileithya • Lover of Zeus and Argos • Who feels vengeful and jealous • Who needs a perfect family • Who fears Zeus and that she will lose her husband's love permanently • Who gives punishment • Who would like to see Hercules fail • Resident of Olympus • Juno

  11. Fun Facts • Had four children out of lust and hatred by slapping her hand on the ground or by eating lettuce • Said to be the most beautiful of all goddesses, even beating out Aphrodite • Wife and sister of Zeus

  12. Modern Reference • In the movie Juno, the main character is named after the Roman goddess. Juno was the guardian of women, especially during their pregnancies.

  13. Demeter Known as Ceres in Roman Mythology

  14. Traits • Demeter is the Goddess of Agriculture. Her logo is a sheath of barley or wheat. • She is a member of the 12 “main” gods that live on Mt. Olympus. • In appearance, she is described as an older woman. • She has had many relationships but she has never been married.

  15. Demeter’s Relatives • Kronos, King of the Titans, was Demeter’s father. • Zeus, God of Gods, is Demeter’s brother. • Persephone was Demeter’s daughter. Zeus Kronos

  16. Demeter’s Loves • She has had relations with Zeus, her brother. • Poseidon, and I quote, “changed into a stallion and enjoyed Demeter”. Poseidon is also her brother. • Iasion, a prince of the Island Crete, “who lay with Demeter” was later struck down by Zeus. Poseidon

  17. Demeter’s Feels • She loves her daughter, Persephone very much. • She is angry at Hades, and, to a lesser extent, the rest of the gods, for allowing him to kidnap her daughter. • She brings winter and famine when her daughter is not with her. Persephone

  18. Demeter’s Needs • She needs her daughter Persephone, as she is effectively different without her. • She needs respect and worship. • She needs to provide the world with good conditions for farming.

  19. Demeter’s Fears • Demeter fears Hades. She fears him because he owns her daughter for four to six months out of the year, and Demeter is worried that he could do something to her. Hades

  20. What Demeter Gives • Demeter provides prosperity for farmers. • She makes the land fertile. • She effectively controls the seasons.

  21. Demeter’s Residence • She lives on Mount Olympus with the rest of the “important” gods. Mt. Olympus

  22. Modern Reference • Demeter Amplification is a business that sells amps and other musical equipment. • The Demeter Fragrance Library sells perfumes, deodorants and colognes.

  23. ZEUS god of the sky

  24. Zeus holding a lightning bolt. Zeus the god of the sky goes by many names his roman name is Jupiter. Zeus’ main symbol is a lightning bolt.

  25. Zeus and the Olympians Zeus is the god of the sky and the king of Olympians. • Zeus was originally worshiped as god of the weather. • Zeus married his sister. • Zeus’ parents were titans.

  26. Zeus is son of Cronus and Rhea, brother of Hades, Poseidon, Hestia, and Hera. Father of Ares, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Dionysus, Hermes, and Aphrodite.

  27. Bio poem Zeus Fatherly, caring, considerate, peace maker Brother of Poseidon , Hades, and Hera Lover of Hera, Themis, and Demeter Who feels love, anger, and selfishness Who needs power, respect, and to intervene Who fears fate, the rage of Gaea, and Chaos, and most of all Hera his wife Who gives peace, care, lightning Who would like to see eternal peace and evolution Resident of Mount Olympia Jupiter

  28. Mt. Olympus Zeus’ most famous myth is probably when Zeus and his brothers Poseidon and Hades over threw Coronus their father. Then they took the heavens for themselves and made humans for the earth for there entertainment.

  29. PoseidonGod of the Seas

  30. Poseidon Facts • God of the oceans, rivers, floods, droughts, earthquakes, and horses • Roman name: Neptune • Father of the Cyclops • Symbol: Trident

  31. Poseidon’s Family • Father: Cronies • Mother: Rhea • Brothers: Zeus, Hades • Sisters: Hera, Hestia, Demeter • Wife: Amphitrite • Children: Triton, Rhode, Bethexicyme

  32. Poseidon Undersea Resorts • First seafloor resort • Named after Poseidon, Greek god of the sea • Started in 2010 • Undersea apartments 40 feet below sea level

  33. Poseidon myth • Competition between him and Athena • Over the city of Athens • Poseidon created the Spring at the Acropolis • Athena gave them the olive tree • Athena won the competition • Poseidon flooded the Artic Plain

  34. Poseidon Poem Poseidon Angry, Lustful, Forgiving, Tricky Brother of Zeus and Hades Lover of Amphitrite Who feels lust often Who needs an attitude check or anger management classes Who fears the sky Who gives safe travels over water to those who respect him Who would like to see “Poseidon Undersea Resort” Resident of his undersea palace Neptune

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