very old
The people of ancient Greece had a rich culture.
archery
the sport of shooting with a bow and arrow
He was the god of archery, music, and poetry.
chariot
a two-wheeled vehicle that is pulled by horses
He rode a great chariot.
cure
to make (someone) healthy again after an illness
He also had the ability to cause or cure illness.
flood
when a large amount of water covers an area which is dry
If Poseidon became angry, he ordered huge sea monsters to cause floods or he made violent waves to harm people.
harm
to cause hurt, injury, or damage to (someone)
If Poseidon became angry, he ordered huge sea monsters to cause floods or he made violent waves to harm people.
heaven
the place where God lives
He also ruled the heavens and men.
honor
to regard (someone) with respect and admiration
If people honored Zeus, they would get rewards.
law
a rule made by the government of a town, state, country, etc
Zeus created laws to control the earth and its elements.
reward
something given in exchange for good behavior or good work
If people honored Zeus, they would get rewards.
rule
to have control and power over a country, area, group, etc.
He also ruled the heavens and men.
symbol
something that represents a particular quality or idea
His symbol and greatest weapon was a thunderbolt.
weapon
something that is used for fighting
His symbol and greatest weapon was a thunderbolt.
worship
to honor or respect (someone) as a god
The people worshiped many gods.