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Poseidon

God of the oceans and earthquakes. Wields the trident. Roman: Neptune.

Poseidon · Research archive

At a glance

traditionGreek
domainsSea, earthquakes, horses

History, context & interpretation

Mythology and identity

God of the oceans and earthquakes. Wields the trident. Roman: Neptune.

Attributed roles

In Greek traditions, Poseidon is associated with Sea, earthquakes, horses. Different periods and sources may describe these roles differently.

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