GREEK

GODS AND
GODDESSE
S
DISCUSSANT: SHAINNAH EUNICE B. GALGO, BSED-
OBJECTIVES
Provide a comprehensive overview of Greek
Gods and Goddesses.
Explain the background and origins of Greek
Gods and Goddesses.
Explore the rich mythology associated with
Greek Gods and Goddesses.
Highlight the enduring relevance and impact of
Greek Gods and Goddesses in today’s world.
 GREEK
Collection of myths and legends in
MYTHOLOGY
ancient Greek culture.

Importance: Shaped religious beliefs,

social customs, and art. Explained natural
phenomena and offered moral lessons.
ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT OF
GREEK GODS AND GODDESSES
Origin: Influenced by ancient Indo-European
religion.
Development: Greeks developed their unique
pantheon. Zeus as king of gods, twelve
Olympians central.
Gods and Goddesses: Immortal beings with
distinct powers and personalities.
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GODS AND
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 ZEUS
King of the gods, god of the sky
and thunder.
- Symbol: Thunderbolt.
- Attributes: Wise, powerful, and
authoritative.
- Role: Ruler of Mount Olympus
and the heavens, responsible for
maintaining order and justice.
 ATHENA
Goddess of wisdom, warfare, and
crafts.
- Symbol: Owl, olive tree.
- Attributes: Intelligent, strategic,
and skilled in battle.
- Role: Protector of cities, patron of
heroes, and the embodiment of
wisdom and courage.
 POSEIDON
God of the sea, earthquakes, and
horses.
- Symbol: Trident.
- Attributes: Impulsive,
temperamental, and mighty.
- Role: Ruler of the oceans, creator of
earthquakes, and associated with
naval power and seafaring.
 APHRODIT
Goddess of love, beauty, and desire.
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- Symbol: Dove, shell.
- Attributes: Alluring, charming, and
passionate.
- Role: Inspires love and desire
among gods and mortals, and
influences romantic relationships.
 APOLLO
God of music, poetry, prophecy,
and healing.
- Symbol: Lyre, sun.
- Attributes: Creative, harmonious,
and knowledgeable.
- Role: Patron of the arts, leader of
the Muses, and the god of light and
knowledge.
 HERA
Goddess of marriage and childbirth,
queen of the gods.
- Symbol: Peacock.
- Attributes: Jealous, nurturing, and
protective.
- Role: Protector of married women,
presides over childbirth, and oversees
the institution of marriage.
 ARES
God of war and violence.
- Symbol: Spear, helmet.
- Attributes: Aggressive, brutal, and
unpredictable.
- Role: Represents the chaotic and
destructive aspects of war.
 HERMES
God of travel, commerce, and
communication.
- Symbol: Caduceus, winged sandals.
- Attributes: Clever, swift, and messenger of
the gods.
- Role: Conducts souls to the afterlife, guides
travelers, and facilitates communication
between gods and mortals.
 DEMETER
Goddess of agriculture and fertility.
- Symbol: Wheat, cornucopia.
- Attributes: Nurturing, patient, and
compassionate.
- Role: Ensures the fertility of the
earth, oversees the growth of crops,
and protects the harvest.
 HADES
God of the underworld and the dead.
- Symbol: Cerberus, the three-headed
dog.
- Attributes: Stern, mysterious, and just.
- Role: Rules over the realm of the dead
and judges the souls of the deceased.
 ARTEMIS
Goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and
the moon.
- Symbol: Bow and arrow, crescent
moon.
- Attributes: Independent, fierce, and
protectress of nature.
- Role: Hunts wildlife, protects young
girls, and governs childbirth.
 HEPHAEST
God of fire, blacksmiths, and
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craftsmanship.
- Symbol: Anvil, hammer.
- Attributes: Skilled, creative, and
physically impaired.
- Role: Forges weapons and tools for
the gods, and is the patron of artisans
and craftsmen.
 Persephone: Goddess Pan: God of nature,
Dionysus: God of
Hestia: Goddess of the underworld and shepherds, and rustic
wine, festivities,
of the hearth and vegetation. Symbol: music. Symbol: Pan
and ecstasy.
home. Symbol: Pomegranate. flute and goat horns
Symbol: Grapes
Hearth fire
and wine cup

Eros: God of love Nemesis: Goddess Hypnos: God of Narcissus is sometimes

and desire. of revenge and sleep and dreams. called the god of vanity
Symbol: Bow and retribution. Symbol: Symbol: Poppy because he became
arrow. Scales and sword. flowers. obsessed with his
reflection
PANDORA’S BOX
Once upon a time, the gods created a woman
named Pandora. As a gift, Zeus gave her a box but
warned her never to open it. Pandora’s curiosity got
the better of her, and she couldn’t resist the
temptation. She opened the box, and out flew all the
evils and miseries that had been trapped inside.
PANDORA’S BOX

Pandora panicked and quickly closed the box, but

one thing remained inside—hope. Pandora’s actions
unleashed suffering upon the world, but hope
remained, serving as a glimmer of optimism amidst
the darkness.
LITERARY ELEMENTS IN THE STORY
Plot: Pandora opens a box, releasing all the evils
and miseries into the world.
Theme: Curiosity and consequences
Moral lesson: One’s curiosity and disobedience can
lead to dire consequences.
GREEK MYTHOLOGY IN TODAY’S
WORLD
- Greek mythology provides timeless stories and
archetypal characters that continue to captivate
and inspire people today.
- Many words, phrases, and concepts in modern
language and literature have their roots in Greek
mythology. ex: Narcissist from the character
Narcissus, Eros, Nemesis, Echo etc.
GREEK MYTHOLOGY IN TODAY’S
WORLD
- Greek myths have influenced various art forms,
including literature, theater, music, and visual
arts.
- Greek mythological themes and motifs are often
used in popular culture, such as movies. ex: ex:
“Clash of titans”, “Percy Jackson & ”The
Olympians”
 C ON C L U S I O
The Greek gods and goddesses were not just
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mere fictional characters but representations of
our human qualities and virtues serving as moral
guides. Their stories and legends have had a
profound influence on various forms of art,
literature, and entertainment in films throughout
history.
 REFERENCES
https://www.worldhistory.org/collection/58/the-
12-olympian-gods/
https://greekgodsandgoddesses.net/olympians/
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