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Hera, Queen of the Gods, Was Both Wife and Sister of Zeus
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She was also the goddess of marriage, women, the sky and the stars of heaven.
How Hercules Totally Nailed His 12 Labors
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HowStuffWorks counts down the 12 labors of Hercules, assigned to him by Hera, the wife of his father Zeus, as repentance for murdering his family.
Lamia: The Female Demon Who Devoured Children in Greek Mythology
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How did the Greek goddess Lamia, once said to be a queen of Libya, become a child-murdering monster feared for her malevolent nature?
How Well Do You Know Ancient Greek Gods and Goddesses?
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Ancient gods and goddesses like Zeus, Atlas, Hermes and Athena once ruled over various aspects of our world, and today, we're testing your knowledge on these famous figures! Think you can score at least 25/35 on this quiz? Test your wits now to see!
How Well Do You Really Know Greek Mythology?
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For stuff that happened over 2,500 years ago, Greek mythology still seems to come up a LOT in modern-day art and culture. So, just how well do you know these tales of heroism, godliness and destruction?
If a Peacock Loses His Tail Feathers, Do They Grow Back?
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Peacock feathers are possibly the most beautiful plumage in the animal kingdom. Learn if peacock feathers grow back after these birds molt.
10 Greek Goddesses of Ancient Mythology
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In Greek mythology, the gods and goddesses embodied different aspects of nature and human experience, with the Greek goddesses wielding just as much influence as the Greek gods.
Zeus Swallowed His Wife Whole, Plus 6 Other Tasty Zeus Tidbits
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Yep, total power move, swallowing the wife. Zeus could also, from his commanding position in the sky, blast any human or monster with his lightning bolt.
Greek or Roman Deity? Quiz
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It isn't easy to remember which ancient gods and goddesses are Greek and which are Roman. Take this quiz to see if you can separate the Greek from the Roman.
Can You Name the Greek Gods and Goddesses?
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The Greeks have a long history that includes numerous gods and goddesses. In fact, they had a deity for just about every aspect of life. We've compiled a list of 35 Greek gods and goddesses. Can you name them all?