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Which hero defeated the Minotaur in the Labyrinth?
Which hero defeated the Minotaur in the Labyrinth?
What is Zeus known for wielding as a symbol of his power?
What is Zeus known for wielding as a symbol of his power?
What is Hera, the Queen of the gods, often depicted with?
What is Hera, the Queen of the gods, often depicted with?
What is Aphrodite associated with?
What is Aphrodite associated with?
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Who is the hero that completed the Twelve Labors?
Who is the hero that completed the Twelve Labors?
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What is the symbol of Aphrodite's birth?
What is the symbol of Aphrodite's birth?
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Study Notes
Greek Heroes
- Perseus: defeated Medusa, saved Andromeda from a sea monster
- Theseus: defeated the Minotaur in the Labyrinth
- Hercules (Heracles): completed the Twelve Labors, demigod son of Zeus
- Orpheus: musician and poet, journeyed to the Underworld to reclaim his wife Eurydice
- Jason: led the Argonauts on a quest for the Golden Fleece
- Bellerophon: tamed Pegasus, defeated the Chimera
Zeus
- King of the gods and god of the sky and thunder
- Wielded a lightning bolt as a symbol of his power
- Known for his many love affairs and offspring, including Athena, Apollo, and Dionysus
- Brother of Poseidon and Hades, with whom he drew lots to divide the universe
- Often depicted holding a scepter and surrounded by clouds
Hera
- Queen of the gods and goddess of marriage, family, and childbirth
- Wife and sister of Zeus, often depicted as a maternal figure
- Protector of women and marriage, but also known for her jealousy and vengefulness towards Zeus' lovers
- Symbolized by the peacock, which was said to have been created by her
- Often depicted as a regal, maternal figure, sometimes with a crown or scepter
Aphrodite
- Goddess of love, beauty, and desire
- Born from the sea foam, often depicted as a beautiful and alluring woman
- Associated with the myrtle tree and the dove
- Said to have been born from the genitals of the sea god Uranus, which were thrown into the sea by Cronus
- Often depicted as a nude or partially clothed woman, surrounded by symbols of love and desire
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Learn about the heroes and gods of Greek mythology, including Perseus, Theseus, Hercules, and Zeus. Discover their stories, powers, and symbols. Explore the personalities and roles of Hera, Aphrodite, and other gods.
