What is Greek mythology? Greek mythology is the body of myths and teachings that belong to the ancient greeks. These myths and teachings include stories of their gods, goddesses, and heroes. They were also used to explain the nature of the world and their origins and significance of their own cult and ritual practices. These stories were important to the Greeks, because the people of Greece learned good and bad behavior through the gods and goddesses actions. These stories help shape the Greek culture. For example, Hermes was one of the Olympic gods whose clever and cunning personality helped him succeed.
Hermes was also a god in the Roman mythology. His name was Mercury. Hermes was the god of many things such as: fertility, the messenger god, the guide for souls and travelers to the underworld, a bringer of good or unexpected luck, and protector of boundaries. He also was the helper of heroes, speakers, traders, thieves, travelers, sports, and athletics. Hermes also had some symbols such as: a tortoise, rooster, talaria (which is winged sandals), lyre (which is a small u-shaped harp), and a caduceus (which is a winged staff with two snakes wrapped around it). Hermes was always
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Hermes is said to have been sneaky from the start. This myth is about when Hermes was little, and escaped his cradle to steal Apollo’s cattle. Once he found the cattle, Hermes reversed their hooves and disguised his sandals, so Apollo couldn't follow their tracks. While Hermes was at Mount Cyllene with the cattle, Apollo discovered that Hermes was the culprit and was furious. Apollo grabbed Hermes and took him up to Mount Olympus where Zeus could scold him. When Zeus heard the story he was amused by Hermes cleverness, so he did not punish him. Hermes returned the cattle and offered Apollo a lyre. In return, Hermes got a golden rod to guide herd. That is how Apollo and Hermes friendship came to