![]() ![]() In Greek Mythology the principle Greek gods, that included Poseidon, were referred to as the Twelve Olympians and lived on the summit of Mount Olympus which was protected by a special layer of clouds. The names of the daughters of Poseidon were: Rhode and Benthesicyme.The names of the sons of Poseidon were: Triton and Proteus.Names of Children: The merman Triton, Proteus and the sea Nymphs Rhode and BenthesicymeĪccording to Greek legends and myths the family of Poseidon were as follows: Name of Wife: The sea nymph or Nereid called Amphitrite Roman Counterpart: The Roman name for this god was Neptune Symbols: Trident, horse, dolphin and bull Status: Major God and one of the Twelve Olympians Role & Function: The function of Poseidon is described as being the god of the sea, earthquakes and horses. Personality: Greedy, bad-tempered, moody and vengefulĪppearance: Powerful, strong, imposing, bearded with long, blue hair The following facts and profile provides a fast overview of Poseidon: ![]() The Roman counterpart of Poseidon was Neptune. Many of the Greek gods and goddesses, such as Poseidon, were therefore adopted by the Romans but were given Latin names. When the Roman Empire conquered the Greeks in 146BC, the Romans assimilated various elements from other cultures and civilisations, including the gods and goddesses that were worshipped by the Ancient Greeks. ![]() Picture of Poseidon (Roman counterpart Neptune) Zeus became ruler of the heavens, Hades became ruler of the Underworld and Poseidon was given dominion over all water, both fresh and salt. They divided all of the dominions and threw lots to determine who would rule each realm. He was also an extraordinary hunter.Poseidon, Zeus and Hades were brothers together achieving victory in the in the War with the Titans. Orion was able to walk on water, a blessing given to him by Poseidon. His soul would continue to hunt unseen by the living, but his spirit would live on in the stars. But during the summer, the scorpion rises up causing him to flee. It is said that during the winter the constellation Orion is dominant. Orion's sons, the Cephoronoi, became the forgers of hunting weapons, and became the patrons of male hunters. Odysseus would encounter Orion on his journey into the Underworld to find the recently deceased prophet Tiresias. Orion remained in the Underworld, finding monsters to destroy before they could make it back to the world of the living. Horrified and guilt stricken, she took his body to Mount Olympus and had his body placed into the sky. Artemis pulled out her bow and shot the "rock" which turned out to be Orion. Later on, he and Artemis stood on the foggy shore of the island and Apollo challenged Artemis "I bet you can't hit that 'rock' over there". Apollo found out about this and sent a giant scorpion after him. Instead, he fled towards the island the goddess Eos lived. Orion knew that Apollo was after him, but said nothing to Artemis. Apollo tried to warn Artemis, but failed. ![]() However, Apollo did not trust him, knowing what he had done to Merope and some goddesses earlier. They soon became hunting companions and Orion became the only male Artemis tolerated, and eventually, Artemis began to feel romance to the great huntsmen. Orion eventually found Artemis when she was hunting. The king only managed to elude him by hiding underground. Returning to Chios, Orion sought to take revenge on the treacherous Oenopion. The dwarf lead Orion to the palace of Helios in the east where the sun god restored his vision. Asking the god for aid, the giant was given Hephaestus' assistant, Cedalion as a guide. Exiled from Chios, Orion wondered aimlessly across the sea.Įventually, he came to Hephaestus' forge on the island of Lemnos. Orion continued trying to take Merope as his wife, but was blinded by Oenopion who tricked him into drinking wine and falling asleep. Orion had cleared the island of wild beasts, and took on many tasks for the king, each time hoping he would marry the girl but was refused by her father, King Oenopion. When he visited the island of Chios, Orion fell in love with the princess Merope. His first wife was Side, and had two daughters with her, called the Coronides. Born in Boeotia to Poseidon and Euryale. Orion was blessed by his father with the ability to walk on water. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |