In Greek mythology, twelve gods and goddesses ruled the universe from atop Greece's Mount Olympus. These Olympians had come to power after their leader, Zeus, overthrew his father, Kronos , leader of the Titans. All the Olympians are related to one another.

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Looking for a baby name that imparts a sense of strength, wisdom, and power? A name that has its roots in Greek mythology could be the answer! Read on to discover the meanings and stories behind some of the best Greek mythology baby names. Greek legend has it that Damon risked his life for his friend Pythias. Their friendship became symbolic of trust and loyalty.
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The following is a list of gods , goddesses and many other divine and semi-divine figures from ancient Greek mythology and ancient Greek religion. The list does not include creatures; for these, see List of Greek mythological creatures. The Greeks created images of their deities for many purposes. A temple would house the statue of a god or goddess, or multiple deities, and might be decorated with relief scenes depicting myths. Divine images were common on coins. Drinking cups and other vessels were painted with scenes from Greek myths.
Looking for a baby name with a strong story behind it? From Athena to Zeus, these Greek mythology names are definitely worth a look. Mythology names have become red hot for babies—whether you choose from the stories of Greece, Rome, or other cultures. Here are some of the best and most popular picks from those ancient stories. Adonis was the human lover of Aphrodite, and was supposed to be the paragon of masculine beauty.