Hymns to Demeter

How is Zeus described?

far-seeing

the loud-thunderer

son of Cronos

the highest and the best

cloud gathering

the son of Cronos of the dark clouds

the dark-clouded son of Cronos

father Zeus

wide-eyed and loud-thundering

Zeus the King

all-seeing

who is dark with clouds

How is Hades described?

son of Cronos

he who has many names

ruler of many

host of many

Cronos' many-named son

dark-haired

who rules those who have died

lord of the dead

How is Demeter described?

beautiful haired

lady of the golden sword and glorious fruits

the revered

bringer of seasons

giver of splendid gifts

the daughter of beautiful-haired Rhea

golden-haired

dark-veiled

of the beautiful garlands

delicate-ankled

Queen

How is Persephone described?

delicate-ankled

bloom-like girl

deep-bosomed

fair-eyed

revered

skilful