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He was the messenger of the Olympians, and carried news and messages between Olympians, and from Olympians to mortals. He was appointed as messenger by Zeus. He was worshipped for several reasons, but the main one was probably travel. Before they went on a long journey, people would pray for safe delivery by Hermes. They prayed for him to guide them and show them the way. Guidance stones or "Herms" were placed at crossroads and as boundaries and markers and landmarks in the wilderness to help people find their way. This sort of practice was very useful to avoid disputes over land in ancient times. He was also known as the Olympian most beloved of shepherds, and they prayed to him to protect their flocks. You can read a lot more about this in my book called "Hermes the Olympian" available on Amazon.
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Who is the greek god Hermes?
the greek god hermes the god of messages
Was Hermes a god or a goddess?
Hermes is a God. He is the Greek God of transitions and boundaries.
Was Hermes god a boy or girl?
Hermes was a male god. He was the messenger of Zeus.
How did Hermes became a god?
Hermes was born a god. Hermes was born from the Olympian god Zeus and the Titan goddess Maia.
How is Hermes famous?
Hermes is famous becouse he is a greek god. Hermes is the messanger god. (He delivers messages)
Hermes is the god of?
Hermes is the messenger god
Who is the greek god Hermes?
the greek god hermes the god of messages
Was Hermes a god or a goddess?
Hermes is a God. He is the Greek God of transitions and boundaries.
What form of god was Hermes?
Hermes was the god of thieves and travelers.
Was Hermes god a boy or girl?
Hermes was a male god. He was the messenger of Zeus.
How did Hermes became a god?
Hermes was born a god. Hermes was born from the Olympian god Zeus and the Titan goddess Maia.
How is Hermes famous?
Hermes is famous becouse he is a greek god. Hermes is the messanger god. (He delivers messages)
What does Hermes the Greek god rule?
Hermes is the God of, messenger's, and travel.
What greek god was the son of Hermes?
Hermes did not conceive a greek god.
Is Hermes a deni god?
I think you meant demi god, not demi god. No, Hermes was not a demi god. Hermes is a son of Maia and Zeus who were both divine.
What greek god did Hermes purses come from?
Hermes purses have nothing to do with the Greek god Hermes. They are named for Thierry Hermes (1801-1878).
What does the Greek god Hermes represent?
Hermes is the messenger god. He was also the god of thieves and travelers.
