The Big Six

• History
• Year 1

Greek Gods and Goddesses  

The Main Six

In Ancient Greek Mythology, Mount Olympus was founded by six immortal Olympians. Each of these Gods had their own special attributes, associations, and skills. 

Zeus: King of the Olympians 

• King of all Gods

•  God of the sky and thunder 
•  Ruler of entire universe
• Symbol - lighting bolts

Hera: Queen of the Olympians 

• Zeus’ sister and wife
  
• Goddess of marriage,  fidelity, the sky and the stars 
  
•   Scared animals included the cow, peacock, and cuckoo    
• Protected women in labor                                           
  

                                                                         

Poseidon 

•  God of the sea
  
•  Had control over storms, earthquakes, and horses
•  Protector of seafarers 
•  Symbol - Trident

Hestia

• Goddess of hearth
  
• Center of a family home
• Role was to stay in Olympus to guard the fireplace
• Represents security, stability, and permanece   

Hades

•  God of the Underworld
  
•  Role to collect and keep the soles of the dead
•  Name became synonymous of who he is
•  Darkest of Gods

Demeter

• Goddess of agriculture,  harvest, and grain
  
•  Maternal Goddess with close links to the Earth
•  Responsible for creating, growing, and harvesting grain