Definition: Son of Zeus and Hera, in Greek mythology, spear-carrying Ares was the god of war and warriors. Because Ares killed men, he was hated by the Greeks, but he was also known as the savior of cities and father of victory.
Aphrodite was Ares' lover. There is an amusing story about how Hephaestus caught his wife Aphrodite and her lover Ares in a net. Instead of the other gods being outraged, there is the distinct sense that they were a bit jealous of Ares.
The Romans called their more respected war god Mars. Mars was named as the father of Romulus and Remus.
Aphrodite was Ares' lover. There is an amusing story about how Hephaestus caught his wife Aphrodite and her lover Ares in a net. Instead of the other gods being outraged, there is the distinct sense that they were a bit jealous of Ares.
The Romans called their more respected war god Mars. Mars was named as the father of Romulus and Remus.
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Also Known As: Mars
