- Carried Zeus' lightning
- Guided souls of the dead to the underworld
God of travelers (Hermae or crossroads markers/shrines were sacred markers erected in his name):
- Travelers prayed/made offerings
- Offered protection
God of Commerce
- Merchants would pray for his prosperity in business and safe traveling
God of Thieves and Trickery
- Patron god of athletes, shepherds, businessmen, liars , pickpockets, gamblers, etc
- Often portrayed as young and mischievous
On these dates close to November, of time and temperature changes, there is a festivity that we all know, the festivity of All Saints . In Spain it is common at the beginning of November to bring flowers to the graves of deceased loved ones, recount horror stories in front of the fireplace and it is
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