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Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades were the three sons of Kronos. After defeating their father, they drew lots to pick their territories. Zeus won and chose the sky, Poseidon got second and chose the sea, and Hades was left with the underworld. Zeus and Poseidon were pleased; Hades felt unlucky.

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Greek mythology-how was the earth divided?

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Who is perciden?

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What are the 3 greek gods?

There are actually more than three Greek Gods.. The three MAJOR Greek Gods are Poseidon, the God of the water and sea, Hades, the God of the Underworld and darkness, and Zeus, king of the Gods, and the sky God.


Was hades evil?

No, he is just the god of the underworld. Hades had two brothers Zeus and Poseidon who ruled the Air and the Water respectively they were no more evil nor benevolent than Hades.


What is the origin of lethargic?

The word "lethargic" comes from Lethe, a river in the Greek Underworld, Tartarus (or Hades), whose water, when drunk, caused forgetfulness of the past.


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What seas did Poseidon rule?

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Why was Tantalus punished in Greek mythology?

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