Greek Mythology Research Paper

Zeus was the child of the Titans, Cronus and Rhea, and was the youngest of all his siblings. Cronus , Zeus’ father, had been warned that one of his children would overthrow him. Cronus knew the consequences, for he had overthrown his father, Uranus. To prevent this from

Meanwhile, Zeus truly began to see the type of person Aphrodite really was, as she was always helping others. Zeus began to develop feelings for her as well as she did for him, and saw that she would never hurt anyone like his own wife hurt him. One night Zeus decided he had to see Aphrodite, so he snuck out of the palace while Hera was still sleeping and ran to Aphrodite's house as fast as a lightning bolt. He rapidly knocked on her door until Aphrodite finally answered. A look of shock crept over Aphrodite’s face and she stood there speechless. Zeus asked her quietly “May I come inside, please? I ,uh, want to talk.” Aphrodite nodded and let Zeus in, wondering about why he was there. They spent the whole night talking, laughing, and crying about their lives

Zeus: He is the king of all gods and goddesses, ruler of Mount Olympus. Zeus is the god of sky and thunder. His symbols would be the thunderbolt, Eagle, Bull, and the Oak tree. In relation to the other gods and goddesses Poseidon and Hades are known as his brothers and Hera is known as his sister and his wife. Cronus and Rhea were the parents of Zeus. His father wanted to swallow him like the rest of his older siblings because Cronus was afraid of his children gaining more power than him. Before Cronus had a chance to swallow Zeus, Rhea took him to Mount Crete. When Zeus got older he caused his father to throw up his brothers and sisters and together they destroyed Cronus.

When I was old enough my mother sent Cronus, my father, to go hunting, then she told me to attack him as soon as he approached me. As soon as I saw him I ran toward him and kicked him as hard as I could in the stomach. Once i kicked him he immediately vomited all of my brothers and sisters. They chose me to be king of the gods. A while later, it was decided that I would rule the sky and the heaven, Hades would rule the underworld, and Poseidon would rule the oceans. After a while I would lead the gods in a war with the titans. I also released the Cyclopses and the giants that the Titans had trapped.

“Hey, it’s Hades. I was wondering if you wanted to meet up and talk about Poseidon being god of the sea and you not being a god?” asked Hades.

Zeus replied, "if I help you and your son, it won't turn out good. Right now both you and your son are angry and you guys aren't thinking straight. I will not help you guys so you can can harm innocent people."

Together the Gods went to war against Cronus and the Titans for ten years, and Cronus was defeated. Having beaten the old gods, Zeus made himself supreme god of the Olympians and most powerful god. The brothers drew straws for domains of the Universe and therefore were divided into three parts. Poseidon became the god of the sea, Zeus became the king of gods, the sky, and heaven and earth and Hades became the god of the underworld.

In Zeus’s life he accomplished many things. Not only did he overthrow his father, he also defeated the Titans at Titanomachy. This is how Zeus got in power. Before the battle of Titanomachy the Titans were in power. The Titans were the children of Uranus. Cronus, a Titan, was a very powerful being and was not easy to stop or control. Although Zeus did not defeat the Titans by himself it is still an important accomplishment.

You see these hands? All the gods on Olympus Won’t be able to help you if I ever lay them on you.” (1. 594-600) Throughout the passage, the queen of Olympus, Hera, had been scolded by her husband, Zeus, for being an intruding “witch”.

“A prophecy for told that one of Cronus’s own kid would overthrow him as he did his father. Because of the prophecy he swallowed his kids. Rhea managed to save the youngest Zeus by feeding Cronus a stone wrapped in clothing. Zeus was raised in a secret cave on the highest mountain on the island of Crete. When Zeus was fully grown he forced Cronus to spit up his kids he swallowed Hestia, Hera, Demeter, Hades and Poseidon. Zeus also freed the Giants and Cyclops. Together the fought Cronus and sent him to the depths of Tartarus a place deep in the underworld” (Parks

(I just said that because I was forced against my will to be formal). Zeus wanted to write you a letter to update you with all the the things that happened, however he’s dealing with some kid named Percy Jackson, so he can’t (that lazy potato). But none-the-less, I am here to inform you. We have recently been told that your beloved mother has died. Yeah, boo-hoo-for-you I feel so sorry. We have been told by multiple sources that she died of a weak heart. Uhg, mortals. So weak.

Zeus: Poseidon, As you cannot see I am the lord of the sky. I should own the clouds because they are in the sky. Poseidon: Well Zeus, clouds rain water, showing that I should own the clouds.

According to ancient myths and legends, Zeus is an interesting god because he is the one who is the strongest and badest god. Zeus’s name means bright or sky. Zeus also had some powerful brothers Poseidon who ruled the sea and Hades who ruled the underworld. Starting by having a lightning bolt to hurl at people whenever he wants to! Zeus has many titles including “Lord of Justice, and he was known to bring peace in a place of violence. Zeus is also known for his many affairs with goddesses and mortal women. But when Hera was looked upon by other men they were severely punished buy Zeus. Zeus’s dad Cronus was so crazy he swallowed his children so they could not over power him and take his throne. He was Cronus and Rhea’s 6th child but

Imagine that you’re a weatherman and everybody keeps disrespecting you like your nothing. They are switching channels every single time you are on tv. Now you’re television company is just losing money because you are doing nothing exceptional. Well, I’m here to tell you about someone who can help you. Zeus is a god at everything he does… mainly because he is a god. He is the lord of the skies so, he would be truly the perfect weatherman you will have ever had. Zeus is best adequate for the job of being a weatherman as he has very good insight, he loves being the center of attention, and he is very powerful.

When Zeus mentions to Semele that he loves her as much as the circumstances allow, I can understand her questioning demeanor. I do not blame her, afterall she does not know the merchant she loves in fact, is not a merchant at all, but an immortal king. Don’t get the wrong impression though, I don’t have any sympathy for Semele and I will, in one way or another, get my revenge. I finally hear the merchant announce he is the almighty Zeus, king of the Gods. By the look on her face, pathetic i might add, i can tell she is honored to be carrying the child of Zeus. While Zeus is away I disguise myself as Semele’s old nurse and pay her a visit. Semele confides in me and I use this opportunity to make her doubt Zeus’s true identity. I suggest that she ask Zeus to prove his love for her by granting her one wish. I know that if Semele views Zeus in his godly form she will die an instant death. I will finally get my revenge, and Zeus will know what will happen when he disrespects