Roman mythology tells the stories of the gods and goddesses of ancient Rome, many of whom were borrowed from Greek culture and renamed. One unique aspect of Roman mythology is the tale of its powerful founder, Romulus, who along with his twin Remus was suckled by a she-wolf in infancy.
Roman Pantheon
Apollo (Roman)
Roman god of prophecy and politics, patron of musicians, poets, and doctors.
Bacchus
Freewheeling Roman god of wine, viniculture, creativity, and revelry.
Ceres
Roman goddess of fertility and agriculture, and protector of commoners.
Diana
“Diana Triformis,” Roman goddess of the hunt, the moon, and the underworld.
Juno
Roman goddess and champion of women, marriage, home, and family.
Jupiter
King of the Roman gods, lord of the skies, and the patron deity of Rome.
Mars
Furious Roman god of rage, passion, and war, father of the founders of Rome.
Mercury
The wily Roman god of commerce, communication, and travel.
Minerva
Roman goddess of wisdom, inspirer of philosophers, craftsmen, and artisans.
Neptune
Roman god of waters and seas, controller of winds, storms, and horses.
Pluto
“The wealthy one,” Roman god of the dead and lord of the underworld.
Venus
The beautiful and captivating Roman goddess of love, sex, and passion.
Vesta
The virginal Roman goddess of hearth and home, family and faith.
Vulcan
Roman god of fire and the forge, master of blacksmiths and artisans.
