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Deities Project

Explore the fascinating definitions of deities, focusing on Zeus, the supreme god of Greek mythology. Learn about the attributes associated with Zeus, such as the lightning bolt, royal scepter, and the eagle. Discover his origins in Mount Ida on the Island of Crete, and how he embodies qualities of divinity. Delve into the concept of spheres of influence in mythology and how these ancient narratives shape our understanding of power and character. Gain insights into the connections between Greek and Roman interpretations of deities, including Zeus' Roman counterparts.

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Deities Project

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  1. Deities Project

  2. Definitions • Deity- A divine character or nature, especially that of the Supreme Being; divinity • Olympian- Pertaining to Mount Olympus or dwelling there on as the gods of classical Greece • Attribute- To consider as a quality of the person , thing, group,etc.

  3. Definitions cont. • Sphere of Influence- any area in which one nation wields dominant power over another or others • Provenance- A place of origin, especially that of a work of art or archaeological specimen

  4. Zeus • His Greek name is Zeus • Roman name is Jupiter and Jove • The nurturer is Amaltheia and the guard is Kouretess • His birth was in a cave on mount Ida on the Island of Crete • His attributes and sphere of influence is a lightning bolt, royal scepter, and an eagle

  5. Zeus cont.

  6. Hades • His Greek name is

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