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Jupiter
Also known as: Jove, Iuppiter
By Elizabeth Stein for Mythos Atlas. About the author. Editorial notes are grounded in the site's cited sources and can be challenged through the contact page.
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About Jupiter
King of the gods and god of sky, lightning, and thunder. Supreme deity of the Roman state religion, protector of Rome and source of divine authority for Roman emperors.
Origin Story
Jupiter corresponds to the Greek Zeus, born to Saturn (Cronus) and Ops (Rhea). He overthrew his father to become king of the gods, establishing divine order and justice.
Domains
skythunderlightningkingshiplaw
Symbols
thunderbolteagleoak treescepter
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Family Tree
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