Greek versus Roman Gods and Goddesses
Made popular by Homer in the Iliad, Greek mythology is known for its focus on poetic, romantic gods. In contrast, Roman mythology focuses on a more practical set of gods and goddesses. Even so, most Greek gods have an equivalent Roman counterpart, and vice versa. Some of the most well-know pairings come from the twelve Olympians, which are present in both types of mythology. Of those Olympians, Aphrodite and Venus can easily demonstrate the relationships between Greek and Roman gods.
In Greek mythology, Aphrodite is the goddess of love, beauty, and romance. Though not native to Greek religion, the stories of Aphrodite have developed into some of the most crucial parts of Greek mythology, and her romantic