Tag Archives: Zeus
Zeus at Olympia Statue
Mysterious Sightings… The statue of Zeus at Olympia is considered one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World. It was made in 432 BC by a Greek sculptor named Phidias in the Temple of Zeus, Olympia, Greece.
Clash of the Gods – Medusa
In Greek mythology Medusa was a Gorgon, a chthonic monster, and a daughter of Phorcys and Ceto. The author Hyginus interposes a generation and gives Medusa another chthonic pair as parents. Gazing directly upon her would turn onlookers to stone. … Continue reading
Clash of the Gods – Hercules
Hercules is the Roman name for Greek demigod Heracles, son of Zeus, and the mortal Alcmene. Early Roman sources suggest that the imported Greek hero supplanted a mythic Italic shepherd called “Recaranus” or “Garanus”, famous for his strength who dedicated … Continue reading
Clash of the Gods – Thor
In Norse mythology, Thor is a hammer-wielding god associated with thunder, lightning, storms, oak trees, strength, the protection of mankind, and also hallowing, healing, and fertility.
Clash of the Gods – Zeus
The Lord of Death- Hades 5/5
Hades refers both to the ancient Greek underworld, the abode of Hades, and to the god of the underworld. In Greek mythology, Hades is the oldest male child of Kronus and Rhea.
The Lord of Death- Hades 4/5
Hades refers both to the ancient Greek underworld, the abode of Hades, and to the god of the underworld. In Greek mythology, Hades is the oldest male child of Kronus and Rhea.
The Lord of Death-Hades 3/5
The Lord of Death-Hades part 3 of 5
