Poseidon (Greek)



= Poseidon =

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Gender
Male

Mythology
Greek

Role
God of the Sea

Wives
Amphitrite

Other
[LIST OF CHILDBEARERS/CHILDREN OF POSEIDON]

Origin/Birth
Poseidon was the son of Cronus and Rhea, the king and queen of the Titans. After being born, Poseidon was swallowed by his father Kronus because of a prophesy that said Kronus' children would someday overthrow him. Poseidon was eventually saved by his younger brother Zeus, god of the sky.

Description
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Tales
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Etymology
The name Poseidon means either “husband of the earth” or “lord of the earth."

Archaeological Record
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Modern Influence
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Literature including Poseidon
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