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Hermes (Mercury)
In Greek mythology, Hermes was an Olympian god. He was a messenger, as well as the guide to the Underworld. His Roman equivalent was Mercury.
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What god is mercury named after and why is it important?
I don't know how they came up with the name maybe it was related to the Latin word mercari (to trade) but Mercury was a God. He was the Roman messenger God and the god of travelers. He had a winged hat and sandals, and could fly.
What can you do that others cant?
Well people have talents that many don't have. Maybe you can swim very well, maybe you can do the splits, or just simply draw better. You can take lessons in karate or drawing or any unique things that you don't see everyday. It may be hard but everyone has a unique talent and you just need to discover it.
Anyone in whom, or anything in which, you put all your trust. An easy answer to all our problems. A scape-goat to all our failures (character faults). Gives hope to a hopeless situation, which we caused in the first place.
What are some Characteristics of parrotlets?
Parrotlets often have a feisty, courageous nature that belies their tiny size.
Is Hermes the god of medicine in Greek mythology?
No, Apollo is the god of medicine in Greek Mythology.
Hermes is the god of travellers, thieves and the messenger god.
Who was the Greek god with wings on his feet?
Daedalus was an engineer who was imprisoned by King Minos. With his son, Icarus, he made wings of wax and feathers. Daedalus flew successfully from Crete to Naples, but Icarus, tired to fly too high and flew too near to the sun. The wings of wax melted and Icarus fell to his death in the ocean.
Why does the Greek god Hermes have the winged boots and winged cap as his symbol?
because he was the greek messanger and had winged boots that fly
Where at in mount Olympus does the Greek god Hermes live?
He lives on his throne in Olympus( whoever asked this question is a B****)
What bad things did Hermes do?
He stole his brother Apollo's cows but then made up for it by crafting the god a lyre.
What job does Hermes hold in Greek mythology?
Hermes, one of the twelve Olympians, is the herald of the gods (delivers news and messages) and holds the occupation of guiding the dead to the Underworld. He also protects travelers who sacrifice to him prior to taking a journey. He is the second youngest of the twelve Olympian gods. He is the god of herds, travel, commerce, heraldry, eloquence, athletics, and thievery.
The father of Hermes was Zeus and his aunts from his parents were Hera, Demeter and Hestia.
The mother of Hermes was Maia and his aunts from her parents were
Pleiades:
Alkyone, Merope, Kelaino, Elektra, Sterope, Taygete
Hyades:
Ambrosia, Eudora, and Aesyle/
Idothea, Althaea, and Adraste/
Philia/, Coronis, and Cleis./
Pedile, Polyxo, Phyto, and Thyone, or Dione.
Phaesyle, Coronis, Cleeia, Phaeote, and Eudora.
Hesperides/Atlantides:
7) Hespere, Erytheis, Hesperethoosa, Aegle, Arethusa, Hesperusa or Hesperia
Other:
Calypso and Maira
Who is the wealthiest Greek mythology God?
Hades, for all the wealth of the underworld (it's mineral and seedlings) is his domain.
What is the blood of the gods called in Greek mythology?
Ichor
The name of the blood of the gods is Ichor [Ιχώρ]
How did mercury save the roman gods?
In the stories about Mercury (Greek Hermes) he rescues Mars (Ares) from imprisonment by the Giants and also rescues Jupiter (Zeus) from imprisonment by the Typhon. He rescues Proserpina (Persephone) from imprisonment by Pluto (Hades) in the underworld. That makes three rescues. If you want to find out how he saved the Olympians, read his story "Hermes the Olympian" as e-book or paperback, available on Amazon.
Did the roman god mercury have any siblings?
Mercury (Hermes) was son of the union between Zeus and Maia. There is nothing mentioned in poems and songs about his brothers and sisters (if there were any) but he did have half-brothers and half-sisters because Zeus was his father. In this way, Apollo, Ares Athena and many of the other Olympians were his brothers and sisters. You can read much more about his adventures with the family of the Olympians in "Hermes the Olympian" a book available on Amazon.com.
What is the Greek forms of the names Medusa Hermes and Prometheus?
Medusa : Μεδουσα/Μεδουση
Hermes : Ἑρμης
Prometheus : Προμηθευς
I know that he has many godly and mortal half brothers sense his father is Zeus. I do not know if Zeus and Maia had any other children other then Hermes. Hopefully this helped a little.
What are some characteristics of homeostasis?
balance- the skeletal body helps keep balance in the body, The organ system- works together to preform its job.
Why was Hermes important to ancient Greeks?
Hermes was the messenger god so he delivered messages to the gods.
What is the Greek god Hermes role in Ancient Greece?
In Ancient Greece, Hermes was a phallic god of boundaries. His name, in the form herma, was applied to a wayside marker pile of stones; each traveller added a stone to the pile.
From a thermometer. Note! Mercury can enter your body through the skin and there is no ay to remove it. Don't touch it!!
