Greek Figure

Meaning/History

 

Apollo

God of the sun, music, prophesy, and healing.  He is also the defender of herds and flocks and is the leader of the muses.

Hermes

God of boundaries, translator, and messenger between gods and humans.  He is also the patron of athletes.

Atlas

Was doomed to carry the weight of the world on his shoulders as a punishment for participating in a revolt against the gods.

Ajax

Greek warrior during the Trojan war.  Was considered the second best fighter; he “cleaned up” in battle.

Nike

Goddess of victory.  Especially victory in athletics and contests.  Is often found hanging with Athena.

Venus

Goddess of love and beauty.  She is many times shown as vain and causes irrational longings resulting in human chaos.

Zeus

King of the gods; ruler of the sky and thunder.  He is also many times considered the weather god.

Sirens

Sing songs so attractive that their voices are all one hears.  They claim that they will give any man who comes to them knowledge, but usually instead impart death.

Poseidon

God of the oceans was often pictured with a three-pronged spear called a trident. 

 



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