Greek World - The Bronze Age 1250 B.C. Mycenaean Gods - Who’s Your Favorite? • Zeus: Often referred to as the king of the gods in later Greek mythology, Zeus was already a significant deity in Mycenaean religion. He was associated with the sky and thunder. Linear B tablets mention Zeus, underscoring his early importance. • Hera: The consort of Zeus, Hera, was a goddess of marriage and childbirth. Her worship in the Mycenaean period indicates the continuity of her cult into later periods. • Poseidon: Primarily known as the god of the sea in later Greek mythology, Poseidon was also a deity of earthquakes and horses. He appears to have been particularly important in the Mycenaean pantheon, possibly even more central than Zeus in some regions. • Athena: Although less is known about Athena’s role in Mycenaean religion, she appears on Linear B tablets, suggesting early worship. She would later become the goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts. And More #gods #greekgods #greekmythol...