The whole world is gearing up to see Athens this year, but did you know the event was originally part of a huge religious festival honoring Zeus? Check out the 411 on this amazing, ancient deity.
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Zeus was the youngest son of Cronus and Rhea, who were both god-like giants. Cronus and Rhea were also brother and sister. Nasty! Despite his Jerry Springer beginnings, Zeus went on to be the supreme ruler of Mount Olympus, which made him the rain.
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When Zeus was first born, his dad got a little freaked when he realized that it was his trick his dad into puking up his sibs, and they all ed forces and overthrew their dad together. Afterwards, they divided the universe among themselves. Now that's teamwork!
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When he was done conquering the universe, Zeus fathered a lot of babies - in a lot of Super gross.
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- In Roman mythology, Zeus is called Jupiter.
- Zeus' official bird is the Eagle.
- Zeus and Hera's honeymoon is said to have lasted 300 years. That's some vacation!
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