
The God of Messages, Diplomacy, and Mischief: Hermes
The God of Messages, Diplomacy, and Mischief: Hermes Hermes is a Greek god known for his wit, cunning, and quick thinking. He is often depicted as a messenger of the gods, travelling between the mortal world and Mount Olympus to deliver messages and perform tasks for the gods. Hermes was the son of Zeus and Maia, one of the seven Pleiades. Despite his divine heritage, Hermes was born in a cave on Mount Cyllene in Arcadia and grew up to be a mischievous and adventurous child. As a young god, he stole some of his brother Apollo’s cattle and made himself a pair of wings so he could escape quickly. When Apollo discovered the theft, he demanded that Hermes return the cattle, but Hermes convinced Apollo to trade the cattle for a lyre, which he had crafted from a tortoise shell. This act of cunning and wit is often considered