Editing Ares

[[file:Ares_Argentina_Montemartini.jpg|thumb|left]] [[image:Ares_Borghese2.gif|thumb|left]] [[file:Ares_Ludovisi_Altemps_Inv8602_n2.jpg|thumb|right]] [[image:Areopagus_from_the_Acropolis.jpg|thumb|right]] [[file:Wall_painting_-_Ares_and_Aphrodite_-_Pompeii_(VII_2_23)_-_Napoli_MAN_9249_-_03.jpg|thumb|right]] '''Ares''' is the [[Greek mythology|Greek god]] of war. He is one of the [[Twelve Olympians]], the son of [[Zeus]] and [[Hera]]. In literature, Ares represents the violent and physical untamed aspect of war, in contrast to his sister [[Athena]], who represents military strategy and generalship as the goddess of intelligence.

== Mythology ==
Ares is often depicted as a less favorable god among the [[Olympian gods|Olympians]]. He is known for his aggressive nature and is often accompanied by his sons, [[Phobos (mythology)|Phobos]] (Fear) and [[Deimos (mythology)|Deimos]] (Terror), and his lover, [[Aphrodite]], the goddess of love. His Roman counterpart is [[Mars (mythology)|Mars]], who, unlike Ares, was more widely revered and respected.

== Attributes and Symbols ==
Ares is typically depicted wearing a helmet and carrying a shield and spear. His sacred animals include the vulture and the dog. In art, he is often shown as a mature, bearded warrior, or as a nude, youthful figure with a helmet and spear.

== Worship and Cult ==
Ares was not widely worshipped in [[Ancient Greece]], and his cult was relatively small compared to other gods like [[Apollo]] or [[Athena]]. However, he had a significant following in certain regions, such as [[Sparta]], where his warlike nature was more appreciated.

== Myths Involving Ares ==
Ares appears in various myths, often highlighting his combative and tumultuous nature. One notable myth is his affair with Aphrodite, which was discovered by her husband, [[Hephaestus]], who trapped the lovers in a net and exposed them to the ridicule of the other gods. Another myth involves Ares' capture by the [[Aloadae]], two giant brothers who imprisoned him in a bronze jar for over a year.

== Cultural Depictions ==
Ares has been depicted in various forms of art and literature throughout history. In modern times, he appears in numerous works of fiction, including comic books, movies, and video games, often embodying the archetype of the warrior or the antagonist.

== See Also ==
* [[Greek mythology]]
* [[Twelve Olympians]]
* [[Zeus]]
* [[Hera]]
* [[Athena]]
* [[Aphrodite]]
* [[Mars (mythology)]]

== References ==
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== External Links ==
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{{Wiktionary|Ares}}

[[Category:Greek gods]]
[[Category:War gods]]
[[Category:Children of Zeus]]
[[Category:Mythological characters]]

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