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The Roman deities most widely known today are those the Romans identified with Greek counterparts (see interpretatio graeca ), integrating Greek myths, iconography, and sometimes religious practices, into Roman culture, including Latin literature, Roman art, and religious life as it was experienced throughout the Empire.
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PALLAS & STYX (Hesiod Theogony 383, Apollodorus 1.9, Hyginus Preface)
CRATOS (Kratos), the personification of strength, is described as a son of Pallas and Styx. (Hes. Theog. 385; Aeschyl. Prom.init.; Apollod. i. 2. § 4.) Source: Dictionary of Greek and Roman Biography and Mythology.
Hesiod, Theogony 383 ff (trans. Evelyn-White) (Greek epic C8th or C7th B.C.) : "And Styx the daughter of Okeanos (Oceanus) was joined to Pallas and bare Zelos (Zelus, Emulation) and trim-ankled Nike (Victory) in the house. Also she brought forth Kratos (Cratus, Strength) and Bia (Force), wonderful children. These have no house apart from Zeus, nor ...
GREEK
1. Hesiod, Theogony - Greek Epic C8th - 7th B.C. 2. Aeschylus, Libation Bearers - Greek Tragedy C5th B.C. 3. Aeschylus, Prometheus Bound - Greek Tragedy C5th B.C. 4. Plato, Protagoras - Greek Philosophy C4th B.C. 5. Apollodorus, The Library - Greek Mythography C2nd A.D.
ROMAN
1. Hyginus, Fabulae - Latin Mythography C2nd A.D.
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Kratos compels the mild-mannered blacksmith god Hephaestus to chain Prometheus to a rock as punishment for his theft of fire. [6] Kratos is characterized as brutal and merciless, repeatedly mocking both Hephaestus and Prometheus and advocating for the use of unnecessary violence.
Feb 19, 2024 · Who are the primary Roman gods associated with unity and strength? The main Roman gods linked to unity and strength are Jupiter, the king of the gods, associated with strength and protection, and Juno, his wife, connected to unity and harmonious relationships.
Jul 4, 2021 · Mars is the Roman God of war, representing all forces of destruction. As such, he was one of the most important roman Gods and the embodiment of one of the two most powerful forces of the Universe: death (the other one being love).
The Roman pantheon boasted 12 major gods, each with their own unique powers and significance. These deities played a crucial role in shaping the religious beliefs and cultural identity of the Roman people, leaving an indelible mark on history.
Aug 12, 2024 · Chaos: The First God and the Great Father of All Roman Gods. In Roman mythology, Chaos is the primordial void, the formless state before the creation of the universe. Imagine a vast, dark emptiness, without shape or order. This is where everything begins. Chaos is not just a god but a symbol of the nothingness that existed before anything else.
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