Ares: the Greek God of War and his Complex Legacy
Words: 598 2267Ares, the Greek deity of conflict, occupies a peculiar and often conflicting status within ancient lore. Descended from Zeus and Hera, he is frequently depicted as a personification of tumultuous violence and the harsh realities of warfare. Despite being among the twelve Olympian deities, his essence and actions garnered little admiration among the Hellenes, who instead favored Athena, the deity of calculated warfare and sagacity. This dichotomy between Ares and Athena offers profound insight into the Hellenes' attitudes towards disparate […]