Zeus is a complicated figure in Greek mythology, on one hand he is a God of justice, hospitality, and oaths; on the other hand he is a shapeshifting womanizer who commits infidelity at every opportunity. With this juxtaposition of characteristics it’s natural to wonder if the king of the gods …
Greek mythology is this funny thing that classists dive into seeking meaning, symbolism, moral, and story. And one would hope that when it came to the king of the gods we’d find symbols relating to loyalty and justice, to strength and compassion for those he rules. But that desire will …
Few deities in the Greek pantheon have as much claim to fame as Zeus. Even fewer hold such a role of heroism, leadership, and other qualities to idolism despite his general lack of demonstrated humanity and empathy. He seems to be a god that ruled by fear, not by love. …
One rules the skies while the other rules the Underworld. A draw of lots was all it took to seal the fates of these brothers. Contrary to what one might assume of the lord of the Underworld, he was far more merciful and even forgiving than his brother that ruled …
Religious groups have been created and died out in honor of these gods. Together, their stories make up a vast percentage of Greek myth and lore. What would Greek mythology be without the Zeus induced drama or Poseidon’s reign of the sea? Not much to be frank. Their relationship is …
Although both figures are incredibly well-known, there are a lot of differences between the Greek god Zeus and the Christian figure Jesus Christ. For one thing, they come from entirely different religious backgrounds. Zeus is the king god of the Greek pantheon. He is commonly associated with storms, lightning, and …
Greek and Roman mythology, like other religious origin stories, have always captured a vivid audience. Many people assume that the Romans copied their gods from Greek mythology, but what are the differences between these ideologies? And, more specifically, what’s the difference between the Greek god Zeus and the Roman god …
A vast number of Greek myths come down to the deities’ propensity for extramarital affairs. This has affected the relationships of established and married couples in various ways. Maybe most famous is Zeus and Hera, whose relationship is heavily documented by Zeus’s affairs with gods and humans alike and Hera’s …
Asking hypothetical questions is always fun, and it’s a great way to spend downtime with friends. Among the most popular hypotheticals are those that compare two diametrically opposite things, such as whether you’d choose to go backward or forward in time. You can also ask hypotheticals about two figures from …
One enjoyable way to spend some downtime with friends is to discuss your favorite novels and comic books. If you’re also a Greek mythology fan, you may find it entertaining to discuss hypothetical matchups between mythological gods and comic book characters – such as between Zeus and Darkseid – and …