Minor Greek Gods and Goddesses Flashcards

Minor Greek Gods and Goddesses

• Aeolus: Keeper of the winds in Greek mythology.

• Aether: A primordial deity representing the upper air breathed by gods.

• Amphitrite: Sea goddess and wife of Poseidon, associated with the ocean.

• Anemoi: Collective name for the four wind gods, each representing a cardinal direction; offspring of Aeolus and Titan Eos.

• Boreas: Depicted as a bearded old man with wings; associated with winter and known as the bringer of cold.

• Notus: Linked to hot winds after midsummer, contributing to crop damage and late summer storms.

• Eurus: Considered an unlucky east wind, bringing rain and warm temperatures.

• Zephyrus: Known as the gentlest wind, linked to spring and responsible for blooming plants.

• Apate: Personification of deceit, released when Pandora's box was opened, with Dolos as her male counterpart.

• Asclepius: Ancient Greek god of medicine; known for his exceptional healing abilities, even bringing the dead back to life.

• Aura: Deity representing the gentle breeze of early morning.

• Bia: Titan goddess personifying force in Greek mythology.

• Chaos: Origin of everything and the first entity to exist in Greek mythology.

• Circe: Daughter of the Titan Helios and wife of Minos.

• Deimos: Personification of terror; son of Ares and Aphrodite.

• Eileithyia: Daughter of Zeus and Hera; goddess of childbirth, born in a cave near Knossos, Crete.

• Enyo: Goddess of war and destruction, sister of Ares and his companion.

• Erebus: Personification of deep darkness and shadows, a primordial deity.

• Eris: Goddess of chaos and discord; instrumental in provoking events leading to the Trojan War through a dispute among goddesses.

• Eros: God of love, depicted as a blindfolded male with a bow and arrow, son of Aphrodite; capable of igniting love at first sight.

• Gaea: Primal goddess symbolizing the Earth, key figure before the Titans, and the mother of all.

• Geras: God of old age, son of Nyx and Erebus, personifying aging as a virtue.

• Harmonia: Goddess representing concord and harmony.

• Hebe: Goddess of youth known for her ability to restore youth; lost her position as cupbearer of the gods due to an accident.

• Hecate: Goddess of magic and witchcraft, often depicted with torches or a key, revered for her protective abilities.

• Helios: Titan personifying the sun, sibling to Selene (moon) and Eos (dawn); a significant figure in the Odyssey.

• Hemera: Primordial deity and personification of day, daughter of Erebus and Nyx.

• Horae: Goddesses of the seasons and goddesses of justice and order; guardians of Mount Olympus.

• Thallo: One of the Horae, goddess associated with spring and blooming, protecting youth.

• Auxo: Another of the Horae, known as the increaser of plants.

• Carpo: One of the Horae linked to the bounty of food and harvest.

This quiz provides flashcards on minor Greek gods and goddesses, highlighting their roles and significance in mythology. Each card presents the name of a deity along with a brief definition, making it an engaging way to learn about these lesser-known figures. Perfect for mythology enthusiasts and students alike!