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Iconography of Zeus
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Lightning bolt | Symbol and powerful instrument wielded like a javelin |
| Royal scepter | Hand held symbol of kingship |
| Aegis | Goat-skin arm-guard or shield |
| Chiton | Long robe |
| Himation | Cloak |
| Aetos Dios | Sacred eagle |
| Bull | Vehicle for abducting Europa |
| Olive leaves | Tree used for wreaths for winners of Olympic games |
| (Holm) oak | Sacred tree |
| Kratos | Winged spirit, name meaning Strength |
| Zelos | Winged spirit, name meaning Rivalry |
| Nike | Winged spirit, name meaning Victory |
| Bia | Winged spirit, name meaning Force |
| Hermes | Zeus' personal herald |
| Iris | The goddess of the rainbow |
| Themis | Goddess of divine order, fairness, & law |
| Moirai | Goddesses of Fate and Destiny |
| Horai | Goddesses of seasons & natural portions of time |
| Hestia | Zeus' virgin sister who tends the hearth |