This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 29 January 2025. Ancient Greek deity and herald of the gods For other uses, see Hermes (disambiguation). Hermes God of boundaries, roads, travelers, merchants, thieves, athletes, shepherds, commerce, speed, cunning, language, oratory, wit, and messages Member of the Twelve Olympians Hermes Ingenui ...

Hermes was one of the Olympian gods and was considered a divine messenger, often acting on behalf of Zeus. He was also considered a Chthonic god with responsibility for showing people the path to the underworld.

Delve into the multifaceted role of Hermes in Greek mythology, from being the messenger of the gods to the guide of souls and the patron ...

Herms became symbols of both divine protection and civic order—and were believed capable of oracular powers. ... Herms also depicted the Greek reverence for the god Hermes. Since Hermes was the divinity of travel, commerce, and communication, herms were believed to ensure safe passage as travel in Greece was often dangerous. ...

The Greek pantheon was comprised of 15 principal gods and goddesses, each with their own distinct personality and domain. The gods were believed to reside atop Mount Olympus, the highest peak in Greece, and were thought to have control over various aspects of life and the universe.