Somnus is one of the more obscure deities in Greco-Roman mythology. Somnus or Hypnos (as was his Greek name) is the shadowy Roman god of sleep. Indeed, he was considered the personification of sleep by the ancient Greeks and Romans. As is rather fitting of the god of sleep, Somnus seems to be a mysterious …
Ceres is the Roman goddess of agriculture, grain crops, fertility, and motherly love. She is equivalent to the Greek goddess Demeter and was highly revered by the ancient Romans as the provider of food and sustenance. She was often depicted holding sheaves of wheat or barley, symbolizing the abundance of crops. The myth of Ceres …
Minerva is the Roman goddess of wisdom, justice, law, and victory and an extremely important part of the Roman pantheon. She plays many important roles, such as the patron and sponsor of the arts and trade and even military strategy. While her association with war and battle was perhaps not as overt as was the …
Vulcan is the Roman god of fire, metalworking, and craftsmanship. He is often associated with the Greek god Hephaestus and is known for his skill in forging and creating objects, including weapons, armor, and various tools. He is also considered to be the patron deity of blacksmiths and artisans. Vulcan is depicted as a strong, …
Diana was the Roman goddess associated with the moon, hunting, and nature. She was the Roman counterpart of the Greek goddess Artemis and one of the twelve major deities in the Roman pantheon. Diana held a significant place in the religious beliefs and practices of the Roman people and became a symbol of female strength, …
The name Bacchus may be known to many people. As the Roman god of wine, agriculture, fertility, and revelry, he formed a very important part of the Roman pantheon. Also venerated by the Romans as Liber Pater, it is especially difficult to extricate the myths and beliefs of the Romans and the Greeks about Bacchus. …