Saturday, April 19, 2014

Hermes: God of trade, travelers, shepherds, and thieves

Roman Name: Mercury
Symbols: Tortoise, Ram, and Hawk
Parents: Zeus and Maia
Spouse: None
Children: Pan and Hermaphroditus
Personality: Clever, mischievous, helpful
Power and skills; Speed of the wind, able to conduct the dead to the underworld, quick wits, persuasive tongue, ability to put people to sleep with his wand.
Wears or wields: Winged sandals, a winged travelers hat, caduceus, a golden blade.
Attendants: Pan and his satyrs, the oreads (mountain nymphs)
Special sacrifice:  Lamb and young goats

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