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Greek Gods & Symbols
Identify the symbols associated with the major gods and goddesses
| God or Goddess | Symbol |
|---|---|
| Zeus | thunderbolt, eagle |
| Poseidon | trident, dolphins, horses |
| Apollo | chariot, lyre(a small harp), sun |
| Ares | armour (helmet and spear), dogs, vultures |
| Hermes | winged cap and sandals, caduceus |
| Hephaestus | anvil, hammer |
| Hades | Cerberus, keys to the Underworld |
| Hera | peacock, cow |
| Athena | owl, olive tree, breastplate and shield(armour), snakes |
| Demeter | wheat |
| Artemis | hunting weapons (bow and arrow), stag, crescent moon |
| Aphrodite | dove, myrtle tree |
| Hestia | hearth, fire |