Greek and Roman Mythology: The Titans: Cronus
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Cronus was known as the ruler of the Titans. It is ironic to note that what he happened to do to
his own father, was returned on him two-fold. Cronus was the one who overthrew his own father Uranus. Cronus was later
himself dethroned by his own son Zeus. Cronus was so worried about being dethroned that he swallowed each of his children
immediately after they were born. Rhea was able to trick him with his son Zeus. Instead of offering Cronus his son to devour, she
instead wrapped a stone in a blanket and hid the real child away. There are varied tales of his upbringing, however, it is
definitely known that he later returned to have his revenge. On a side note, is it also sometimes considered that Cronus may
have been a corn-god in very ancient times. This is why he is often depicted holding the sickle, and why this was the weapon
he chose to defeat his own father with.
Pronunciation: CROH nuhs
Other Names: Kronos
Father: Uranus
Mother: Gaea
Siblings: Rhea
Wife: Rhea
Children: Demeter, Hestia, Hera, Hades, Poseidon, Zeus
Roman Name: Saturnus or Saturn
Special Object: Sickle
Festival: Saturnalia
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