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Saturn is actually named after Chronus, the god of time, because it was seen in the sky longer than any other object. However, Chronus is often mistaken for Cronus, the ruler of the Titans, who went by the name Saturn after escaping to Italy.

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How was Saturn named in Greek?

Cronus.


Why is cronus the greek god of Saturn?

Cronus is not the greek god of Saturn, Saturn is his Roman name. As for why the Romans named him Saturn, I don't know.


What roman god was Saturn named of?

cronus


Who is the Greek God named Saturn?

The Greek god Cronus was named Saturn(us) in Rome.


What is Saturn named after and why?

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What mythological god or goddess was named after Saturn?

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Where does saturns name come from?

The name "Saturn" comes from the ancient Roman god of agriculture and harvest, Saturn. In Greek mythology, Saturn is equivalent to the god Cronus. The planet Saturn is named after this Roman god because of its slow movement across the sky, which is reflected in the god Cronus being associated with time and the harvest.


What planet and god is Saturday named after?

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How were the lives of Cronus and Saturn alike?

Cronus and Saturn are the same character from Greek and Roman mythology, respectively. They were both Titans who were overthrown by their children, with Cronus being overthrown by Zeus and Saturn by Jupiter. Both were associated with time and were often depicted as elderly and wielding a scythe.


What was Cronus name?

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What greek god was Saturn named after?

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