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 Greek and Roman
Deities Many gods and
goddesses of Greek mythology held similar
positions in Roman mythology. This page lists the
most important Greek and Roman divinities. |
 Daedalus
was an Athenian architect, inventor, and
craftsman. According to legend, it was he who
built the Labyrinth to house the Minotaur. After
being imprisoned in the same Labyrinth, he
fashioned wings for himself and his son, with
which they were able to escape. |
 Hades
was the Greek lord of the dead and ruler of the
underworld. The kingdom of Hades
was a neutral region reserved for the souls of
people who deserved neither punishment nor reward
upon death. He was probably the least favored of
all the Greek gods. |
 Hermes
was the messenger of the gods in
Greek mythology, as well as the protector of
travelers. The Greeks believed he brought good
luck, especially in business. And, since he
sometimes acted in a deceitful or mischievous
manner, the Greeks also considered him a
protector of thieves. Under the name of Hermes
Psychopompos, he guided the souls of the dead to
the lower world. |
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