Hermes (/ ˈhɜːrmiːz /; Ancient Greek: Ἑρμῆς) is an Olympian deity in ancient Greek religion and mythology considered the herald of the gods.

Feb 3, 2025 · Hermes, Greek god, son of Zeus and the Pleiad Maia; often identified with the Roman Mercury. Hermes was associated with the protection of cattle and sheep. In the …

Hermes was the ancient Greek god of herds and flocks, travellers and hospitality, roads and trade, thievery and cunning, heralds and diplomacy, language and writing, athletic contests …

Aug 28, 2019 · Hermes was the ancient Greek god of trade, wealth, luck, fertility, animal husbandry, sleep, language, thieves, and travel. One of the cleverest and most mischievous of …

Hermes is the winged herald and messenger of the Olympian gods. In addition, he is also a divine trickster, and the god of roads, flocks, commerce, and thieves. A precocious newborn, he …

Sep 13, 2019 · His array of powers made Hermes a contribution among the gods. Hermes makes an appearance in the myths of two most popular Greek heroes; Perseus and Odysseus. …

Hermes was the god of animal husbandry, including cattle-herding, shepherding, goat-herding and even the breeding of horses and mules. In this role he represented both the protection …

Hermes was the god of shepherds, land travel, and literature. More specifically, he was known as a patron of poetry. His interests were varied and widespread. In his role as herald, it also fell to …

Apr 17, 2023 · Hermes was the messenger of the Oympians and the trickster deity of the Greek pantheon. He was the god of heralds, messengers, travelers, and thieves.

Apr 6, 2022 · Hermes, son of Zeus, wearer of winged sandals, was one of the most important and referred to of the Olympian gods. He was the protector of the baby Dionysus, ran messages …