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Poseidon-Matthew Probert's Encyclopedia. Image Used With Permission. Poseidon was the god of the sea and of earthquakes. However, it is sometimes noted that he was a god of fertility and herdsmen in ancient times. During his reign he lived with is wife and children in an underwater cave in Eubol.

Pronunciation: poh-SYE-dun

Depicted: Poseidon was often depicted riding in a chariot pulled by golden seahorses, and carrying his trident.

Father: Cronus

Mother: Rhea

Siblings: Zeus, Hades, Demeter, Hera, and Hestia

Wife: Amphitrite

Lovers: Medusa

Children: Triton, Rhode, Benthescyme

Other Names: Neptune, Genethlios

Special Objects: Three-Pronged Spear

Animals: Horse, Bull

Cult Center: Cape Sinium

Myths: The Illiad

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