- historycooperative.org hephaestus-greek-god-of-…Moreso, as a patron of the arts alongside Athena, Hephaestus was fervently admired by humans and Immortals alike.
- britannica.com Philosophy & Religion Ancient Religions & MythologyIn art Hephaestus was generally represented as a middle-aged bearded man, although occasionally a younger, beardless type is found.
- havefunwithhistory.com facts-about-hephaestus/Despite his physical deformity, Hephaestus created magnificent objects and artifacts, working tirelessly in his forge located within a volcano.
- mythology.net greek/greek-gods/hephaestus/As previously mentioned, Hephaestus is normally found in a supporting role in Greek myths. But there are some that focus more on his life and purpose.
- mythologian.net hephaestus-hephaistos-greek-god-…Click here to read all you need to know about Hephaestus/Hephaistos, the Greek god of fire and the forge, Hephaestus' symbol and the myths involving him.
- thoughtco.com hephaestus-111909Hephaestus is the name of the Greek god of volcanoes and a craftsman and blacksmith associated with metalworking and stone masonry.
- knowyourarchetypes.com mythological-archetypes/…Hephaestus is also said to have had two consorts, his sister, Goddess Aphrodite, and another sister, one of the three Graces, Aglaea.
- newworldencyclopedia.org entry/HephaestusHephaestus was the Greek god of fire, metals and metallurgy, and technology, including specifically blacksmiths, artisans, and sculptors.
- learnodo-newtonic.com hephaestus-mythsBesides being associated with the element fire and the geophysical phenomenon of volcanoes, Hephaestus is also the God of blacksmithing.
- greekgodsandgoddesses.net gods/hephaestus/Known for his skill in the forge and creating wondrous artefacts, Hephaestus’ story is one of resilience, creativity, and the complexities of divine relationships.