Why the Greek god of the sea was also the patron of horses
In short: Poseidon governed more than just the oceans. This video explores his complex role in ancient Greek mythology, where he held power over storms, earthquakes, and horse breeding, while serving as a protector for mariners.
Poseidon was a multifaceted deity in ancient Greek mythology, wielding authority over both the sea and the land. Beyond his command of storms, floods, and droughts, he was feared as a destructive force capable of triggering earthquakes. Despite this volatility, he served as a guardian for those who traveled by sea.
His influence extended to the terrestrial realm as the patron of horses and horse breeding. His personal life was marked by his marriage to the Nereid Amphitrite, who initially fled to the Atlas mountains to avoid him before being convinced to return by the dolphin Delphinus. Their most notable offspring was Triton, a figure depicted as half-man and half-fish. To the Romans, this deity was known as Neptune.
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