Mythology Task #2

Greek

Zeus-

Zeus is known as the supreme ruler of Mount Olympus. He upheld law, justice, and morals, which made him the spiritual leader of both Gods and men.

Zeus is also associated with being the God of weather. He controlled lightning, thunder, and rain. A common symbol for Zeus is a lightning bolt.

Hera-

Hera is known mostly as a the goddess of birth and marriage. She was Zeus's consort and her name is the feminine name of Hero. She was known to be jealous of Zeus's many affairs.

Celtic

Abcan-

Abcan is a Celtic God known as the "little dwarf". He owns a bronze boat with Tin Sails, and traveled from the otherworld in his boat.

Abnoba-

This Celtic Goddess was the ruler of many rivers including the Avon and the Danube River.

Chinese

Guandi-

The Chinese God of War, he is also known as Guan Zhong. He was very military based and was loved for his great courage and loyalty.

Guan Yin-

The Chinese Goddess of mercy. She is worshipped by those hoping for a child.

Persian

Vayu-

The Persian God of wind. Vayu is one of the most mysterious gods of the Indo-Iranians. He is known to of came from the breath of the world giant.

Indian

Kubera-

This Indian God is known as the Cheif of evil being.

Sarasvati-

Sarasvati is known as the Indian water Goddess. In early times, the river and it's goddess were revered for purifying, fertilizing, and enriching powers.

Mayan

Ah Kin-

The Mayan Sun God is feared during drought, but also protects mankind from the evils of darkness.

Ibo

Ala-

Known as the fertility Goddess, she is also closely associated with a cult of death.

Scandinavian

Nerthus-

"mother earth"