Zeus: from Ancient Greece to the present day

Who is Zeus? In the Greek religious system, Zeus is the first of the gods. He ruled the heavenly powers as a king, sitting on Olympus Mountain. Like Jupiter, Zeus was able to controаl lightning. If we compare the main gods of the Romans and the Greeks, we will find out that their powers are similar but not identical. His name is clearly derived from the name of the sky god Dyaus from the ancient Hindu Rigveda. 

In Crete mythology, Zeus is the youngest of Kronos’s children, who overthrew the titans and took the throne in place of his father. He was portrayed as a middle-aged man with kind features. The main god had lush curls and a beard. In Zeus' hands, there was a trident from which he threw lightning. Sometimes he’s also portrayed with a hammer in his hand, like Thor.

Zeus cuts through the sky in a chariot drawn by eagles. According to legend, he also used these birds to torture people for wrongdoings. For instance, Zeus ordered the eagle to peck Hephaestus’ liver. 

The deity can reincarnate into any earthly creature and has the gift of foresight; however, he is far from ideal. This god has never been an exemplary family man and even swallowed one of his wives.

Who is Zeus in Mythology

Zeus is the son of the titan Kronos and Rhea. The history of the main deity of the pantheon is described in great detail. The ruler and protector of people and gods were destined to overthrow the titans even before his birth.

Birth

According to legend, a seer predicted to his father that his child would overthrow him. Cronus, obsessed with his power, swallowed up all of his sons and daughters. But Rhea managed to swap one of the babies, giving the formidable titan a stone instead of a child. Kronos didn’t immediately recognize the deception, and as soon as he found out the truth, he began an active search for his son.

Rhea hid Zeus in a cave in Crete. She entrusted the care of the baby to Amalthea and the young warriors. According to legend, the guards banged with spears and swords every time the child cried. This way, they hid the god from Kronos. Zeus’ cradle was hung on a tree — this didn’t allow his father to find him in the sky, earth, or the sea.

Power Struggle

The matured Zeus, as the seer predicted, decided to overthrow his father and save his siblings. However, his later actions were interpreted differently in various sources.

According to one version, he gave Kronos a honey drink. Then Zeus castrated him and forced him to release his sisters and brothers. According to another, Zeus won a difficult battle between them. He sent Kronos to Tartarus and then ascended to the throne himself.

But peace didn’t reign immediately following his victory. The gods and titans fought for power for ten years. The turning point was the addition of the hundred-armed giants to the army of Zeus. He released the hecatoncheires from Tartarus; in return, they swore allegiance to him. Even the Typhon created by Gaia didn’t help the titans in the fight against the gods — Zeus defeated this monster, too.

After defeating the titans, the gods divided power. Hades took under his hand the kingdom of the dead, Poseidon took the sea, and Zeus chose the heavens. He became the ruler who both the gods and mere mortals would obey.

Seven Wives of Zeus

Zeus stood out for his amorousness. In one version, he officially had three wives, and according to another — he had seven of them:

1. Metis. His first love, Metis, was swallowed by god based on a prophecy. He, like Kronos before him, was told that a child he would have with Metis would overthrow his father. But Zeus decided not to wait for the birth of an heir and swallowed his wife. But before this, she shared wise thoughts with him.
2. Themis is the goddess of justice from the generation of titans. On Olympus, she served as a herald, where she convened the gods for advice and expressed to them the will of Zeus. With her help, the main deity of the pantheon unleashed the Trojan War.
3. Eurynome is the daughter of Oceanus and Tethys. She and Zeus parented three children together, the goddesses of bloom, joy and brilliance. They provided inspiration to artists.
4. Demeter is Zeus’ sister. He persuaded her to become intimate with him. From their love, Persephone was born. She was subsequently kidnapped by Hades. Demeter also had an affair with the mortal Iasion. From him, the goddess of fertility gave birth to two sons: Plutus and Philomel. Zeus struck his wife’s lover with a fiery thunderbolt out of jealousy. 
5. Mnemosyne, the goddess of memory, was the daughter of Gaia and Uranus. She gave birth to nine muses. The god of Thunder seduced her in the form of a shepherd and appeared to her for 9 nights. 
6. Leto (also known as Latona) was the daughter of Coy and Phoebe. She was considered the goddess of the hidden, darkness, and the unknown. She gave birth to Zeus’ two children — Artemis and Apollo, although Hera obstructed her in everything. According to legend, the jealous woman even forbade the goddess of childbirth, Eileithyia, from helping Leto. The latter suffered for nine days until the other Olympian gods persuaded Eileithyia to help her.
7. Hera was the last official wife of Zeus. He took on the form of a cuckoo to seduce her. But she rejected all courtship until the Thunderer promised to marry her. The jealous wife created a scandal after each of Zeus’ infidelities and subtly took revenge on all her husband’s lovers.

Zeus and Hera

Zeus didn’t miss a single goddess on Olympus and had relationships with almost all the pretty maids. He was also fond of having affairs with mortals. Hera, as the goddess of the family hearth, was distinguished by her vengeful character. Their marriage remained a secret for 300 years until the outbreak of war with Kronos. When the couple was arguing, the earth shook, and storms began. But after every scandal, Zeus and Hera reconciled, and peace reigned on Olympus again.

Although according to some sources, one day, Zeus decided he wanted to leave his jealous wife for Thetis. But again, because of the prophecy, he decided not to risk it. The seers promised that the son born to her would be superior to his father, and Zeus always wanted to be the first in everything. As a result, Thetis married King Peleus, from whom she gave birth to Achilles.

Hera continually took revenge on her husband, his children not born of her, and his mistresses. She instilled a passion for Leto in the giant Titius. He tried to dishonour Zeus’ beloved but was killed by Apollo. Hera also killed Semele, the mother of Dionysus, turned Queen Lamia into a monster, and sent poisonous snakes to the island where Aegina lived.

The son of Alcmene and Zeus, Hercules, had a lot of trouble from a jealous woman. She sent him snakes and storms and clouded his mind. As a result, the future hero killed his children. But after Hercules was granted immortality, Hera reconciled herself, accepted him as her own son, and gave him her daughter Hebe as his wife. Alcmene was the last mortal mistress of Zeus. After the birth of Hercules, he calmed down and reconciled with his wife. You can buy a painting of Zeus and Hera on Etsy, and listen to the book on Goodreads.

Ruling And Descendants

Zeus shared power with his brothers by casting lots. However, eventually, Poseidon tried to overthrow him with the support of Hera, Athena, and Apollo since all of them were tired of the whims and arrogance of Zeus.

The conspirators chained the sleepy ruler of Olympus to a bed and tried to send him to Tartarus. But Thetis helped to untie her lover, entrusting the task to the hundred-armed Briareus. She did this not so much because of her love for the Thunderer but because she foresaw a discord between the inhabitants of Olympus.

Zeus punished Hera by tying her with golden bracelets to the sky, and he hung anvils at her feet. The cruelty angered the Olympians, but no one dared to help the poor goddess. Later, he took an oath from other gods not to revolt again, and only after that did he pardon his wife.

Parents of Zeus - Rhea and Kronos

Who Is Rhea?

Rhea was the daughter of Uranus, the sky god, and Gaia, the earth goddess, making her a Titaness. She was the sister of another Titan named Kronos and also his wife. Rhea is well-known as Zeus's mother. Rhea was instrumental in protecting him from his savage father, which paved the way for him to ascend to the supreme leadership of the Olympian gods.
When Kronos started to succumb to his fear of defeat at the hands of his offspring, he began to consume his children to protect his throne. Upon his birth, Rhea tried to save Zeus from experiencing the same fate. She came up with a plan to trick Kronos into thinking he was eating Zeus. She gave him a stone wrapped in swaddling blankets. After giving birth to Zeus, Rhea sent him to be reared by the nymphs on the island of Crete.

Who Is Kronos?

Kronos was the youngest son of Uranus (god of the sky) and Gaia (god of the Earth), making him a Titan. As well as being involved in the events that led to the creation of the Olympian gods, he is best known for his part in the overthrow of his father, Uranus, and his subsequent dominance over the cosmos.

Rhea and Kronos had a number of famous offspring, including Zeus, Hera, Hades, and Poseidon. Gaia warned Kronos that, just as he had done to his own father, he would one day be deposed by one of his offspring. In order to avoid this, he swallowed his newborn children alive.

As he matured, Zeus faced down Kronos, had him spit up his brothers and sisters, and eventually led a revolt against the Titans (known as the Titanomachy). Zeus overcame the Titans with the aid of his siblings and other allies and ascended to the throne of the gods atop Mount Olympus. 

Zeus Cult in The World

In each region of Greece, people worshiped different deities. All images were associated with the earth and the sea, which provided food. Gradually, they merged into the imagination of the people and turned into a fertilizing force. As a result, the collective image acquired a single form — Zeus, who punished the guilty, gave fertility to the lands, and sent thunderstorms and disasters.

This explains the excessive amorousness of Zeus in mythology. Connections with women in certain areas of Greece were attributed to Zeus. At the same time, some epithets were preserved in certain areas. The prefix Amphiarai, Agamemnon, and Amphitrion was added to the god’s name.

When studying the works of Eustache and Socrates, it becomes clear that the word Zeus itself was perceived as a synonym for the word "god." The triad of higher powers included several such deities: Zeus himself, Poseidon, and Hades. The first ruled the whole world, the second took only the water element, and the third was the ruler over the souls of mortals.

In the Roman Empire, deities of other nations were also considered “Zeus.” This name was given to the Syrian and Phoenician Baal, the Egyptian Amun, the Babylonian Bel, and the Jewish Yahweh.

Historians, Roman priests, and rulers thought that the same deity hid under different names. Later, several images — Asclepius, Zeus, and the Egyptian Apis — were collated into a single one. The deity was named Serapis. The cult lasted until the advent of Christianity. Also, during this period, worshipers of Zeus and Dionysus opposed each other.

Representatives of Orphism, a religious and mystical trend in Ancient Greece, saw in Zeus the power of creation, wisdom, and orderliness. They contrasted him with the titans, whom they associated with destruction and chaos.

Places of Worship

The main sanctuary is Olympia in Elis, where the temple of Zeus was located. The Olympic Games were also held there. They honoured the deity in the mountains since they considered the top of Olympus to be his habitat. However, there were relatively few holidays in honour of the Thunderer. In addition to the Olympic Games, the Nemean Games were held.

The Arcadians revered Zeus on Mount Lyceum. For them, he was a source of light. At the same time, there was no idol in the sanctuary. But the population of Arcadia in ancient times brought human sacrifices to the deity. Already later, in the 5th century BC, food was sacrificed to Zeus — fruits and bread. The inhabitants of Crete came to Mount Ida to honour the god.

In Dodona, there was the oracle of Zeus. The priests interpreted the rustling of leaves, the murmur of the water, and the chirping of birds near the sacred oak. A similar sanctuary also existed on Mount Athos. Now it is one of the centres of Orthodoxy.

Symbols of Zeus

The Thunderer was depicted with lightning in his hands, which he used to destroy his enemies. Sometimes he held a sceptre or sacrificial cup. In Dodona, the oak and the oak wreath were the symbols of Zeus.

The inhabitants of Crete portrayed him in the form of an axe with two blades. It symbolized the unity of the creative and destructive power of the deity. Also, the axe meant the connection of the masculine and feminine gender, the living matter with the inanimate one, Zeus and Hera.

Simultaneously with the axe, the bull acted as his symbol. This was a sacred animal in Crete. The Greeks portrayed Zeus in the form of an eagle, too. The mighty bird flew high and, like the ruler of Olympus, followed everything that was happening on Earth.

Zeus in World Art

The perfect ideal of Zeus was reproduced by the sculptor Phidias in Olympia. The deity is represented by a formidable man with a strong physique who doesn’t have impressive muscles sitting on a golden throne.

Statue features:

• the body is made of ivory, and the cape is made of gold;
• hair rises in the middle of the forehead; 
• luxurious curls fall on both sides of the face;
• eyes wide open, thick beard.

This form of Zeus was later used as a model by many artists and sculptors.

The image of the ruler of Olympus is also found on ancient coins. He was depicted with a bushy beard and wearing a laurel wreath. There were coins with a god holding an eagle in his palm or a figurine of Nike, the goddess of victory.

Artists, on the other hand, liked to create images of Zeus’ beloved women. So, Salvador Dali wrote "Atomic Leda," and Rembrandt Van Rey created “Danae”.

Musicians also sometimes mention the ancient Greek deity in their compositions. For example, black metal performers from Nar Mataron performed Hymn to Zeus, and Wrathblade released the song “god Defying Typhoes” in 2012. The composition talks about the duel between Zeus and the Typhon. Also, the metal band Pegasus depicted a god riding a Pegasus on the cover of their self-titled album.

New Fragments of the Poem About Dionysus Have Recently Been Discovered in the Library of Saint Catherine's Monastery in Sinai

Julia Rossetto, an expert on ancient texts, has recently discovered hexameters about Dionysus in Saint Catherine's Monastery in Sinai, shedding light on the life of the god of agriculture and vegetation. This exciting discovery radically changes well-known Greek mythology. Fragments of the hexametric poem have been preserved under the Arabic codex, written in 903-925 AD. by David from Homs.

The six-stop verses found by chance discuss Dionysus. Ancient fragments describe scenes involving Persephone and Aphrodite. The main character of the narrative is the youngest of the Olympians – the god of agriculture and vegetation, sitting on the throne of Zeus and surrounded by servants and henchmen of Hera.

The texts on the palimpsest force a new look at Oinos as the personified god of wine, the figure of Adonis and the quarrel between two goddesses over a handsome young man. An interdisciplinary online seminar led by Rossetto was convened for a detailed study of the found texts. As a result of this discussion, new proposals and corrections to Greek mythology and the poem appeared. After the seminar, scientists had a lot of unresolved problems and questions regarding the analysis of the life of this god and the Dionysian Mysteries.

Contemporary Culture: Where Is the Zeus Name Used Today?

The name of the ruler of the ancient Greek pantheon is used in music, cinema, video, online games, and other areas. Several trademarks have been registered with his mention. But often, the name of the deity is used in gambling topics.

Gaming

Many games have been created with the character of the god of thunder and lightning. Zeus appears in many developments.

Zeus: Master of Olympus

It’s a single-player strategy in the form of a city building simulator, developed by Impressions Games. It was released in 2000 by Sierra Entertainment. The player builds industrial and residential premises, organizes logistics for goods and services, and establishes trade with other cities. In the policy itself, two castes of people live: ordinary citizens and aristocrats. Everyone needs different living conditions.

Zeus the Mighty

An online game based on an e-book about the adventures of various animals named after the Greek gods. It came out in 2019. The main character is a mouse in a tunic. He tries to climb Mount Olympus while collecting items along the way.

Zeus + Poseidon (Acropolis)

This is a city building simulator that was released in 2000. It’s offered as an addition to Zeus: Master of Olympus with additional gadgets. The strategy has 65 episodes. Players develop two civilizations — Ancient Greece and Atlantis.

In many games, the user tries on the role of Zeus, developing civilization and building relationships with neighbouring states. But the real-time strategy Age of Mythology from Ensemble Studios is completely built on the myths of Ancient Greece, Scandinavia, and Egypt.

God of War III

"God of War III" is an action game for PlayStation 3, where the player controls Kratos, who fights against the gods of Greek mythology, including Zeus.

Age of Mythology

"Age of Mythology" is a strategy game where the player can play as Greek gods, including Zeus, and use their powers for battles and building their civilization.

eSports

Zeus is a great nickname for an eSports player. Daniil Teslenko thought so and took this nickname for himself. The famous CS: GO player took rewards with the team at prestigious tournaments. As part of Virtus.Pro, he attended many competitions in the CIS countries. How did the captain of the Gambit eSports team win the major tournament in Krakow?

The e-sportsman has also been a member of NAVI, a prestigious Ukrainian club representing the country at major events, more than once. He also founded the Zeus Cyber ​​School.

Cryptotag Zeus

Modern developments require modern solutions. The latest development in the crypto world is the Cryptotag Zeus. It is made of bulletproof titanium, which was specially developed to protect the seed code from virtually any kind of damage. You can easily save up to 24 words of recovery seed and protect the backup of your wallet’s private keys. 

Clearly, there are many ways to protect your data; however, a titanium 6 mm plate, as featured by Cryptotag Zeus, provides an opportunity to protect yourself from even the most unforeseen situations. Whether it’s a flood, a fall, a fire, or even bullets, all your source codes are securely protected.

This is an excellent device for people who actively circulate funds in cryptocurrency. It is an alternative to the wallet (size: 14.5 x 12 x 3 cm, weight: 410 g) that is historically familiar to all of us. Now, a way has been found to carry not only fiat money but also your crypto assets. Moreover, with this item, you have an opportunity to buy something instantly, just as you do with an ordinary debit/credit card.

Standard included:

• One titanium plate 
• Engraved handle

You may start to use it a few minutes after you buy it. Here are a couple of the steps you may find helpful:

1. Create your own 24 unique words on the transfer sheet. These will serve as your protection;
2. Search for numbers from the BIP39 list;
3. Write the numbers from the phrases onto the plate;
4. Connect the plate;
5. Destroy the transfer sheet.

Zeus Trojan

Zeus is a Trojan-type malware that infects Windows computers to steal banking credentials or obtain other sensitive information. In addition, computers infected with this virus get an element of a botnet that is capable of carrying out criminal or malicious activities.

The Trojan software architecture of this system is designed to steal vital data from infected computers, such as statistics, personal user information, and transaction activity. However, due to its high degree of customization, this software may be conformed to collect any type of information.

In addition, Zeus-infected computers are in the hands of a malicious group, and their server allows bots to perform additional functions such as downloading and executing files or changing system settings.

The Trojan mainly spreads through:

1. Spam campaigns, posing as organizations such as Facebook or Microsoft, attempt to force users to visit a website through a supplied link in order to infect their computers.
2. Direct penetration is possible via the downloading of a file.

When you enter sensitive information such as bank details or passwords into your computer, Zeus can identify and record them using key logging and website monitoring tools and then use this information to steal your money.

How to avoid the Zeus Trojan

These simple steps will not completely protect your devices, but they will greatly reduce the chance of your device being infected with this type of malware:

1. Install the latest version of antivirus software;
2. Use official sites to download files and software;
3. Avoid saving passwords on websites;
4. Do not click on unsecured links on websites or emails.

Movies and Series

The image of Zeus is used mainly in films and TV shows dedicated to ancient Greek mythology. Most popular films include:

• “Clash of the Titans” (2010) — Zeus was played by British actor Liam Neeson;
• “Wrath of the Titans” (2012) — continuation of the history of Perseus and his battles on the side of the ancient Greek gods;
• “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys” (1995) — the series of 6 seasons shows the adventures of the son of Zeus and his confrontation with Ares and Hera;
• “Percy Jackson the Olympians: The Lightning Thief” (2010) is the story of a boy who finds out that he is the son of a Greek god. The role of Zeus was played by Sean Bean;
• “War of the gods: Immortals” (2010) — in this story, the main fighter is Theseus. He fights with the help of the Olympian gods against the Titans. The role of the charming Zeus went to Luke Evans.

In addition to films and TV shows, the image of Zeus is successfully used in advertising. So, recently a video with Iron Arnie and Salma Hayek raised a commotion. Star actors played Zeus and Hera in a BMW electric car commercial.

‘Blood of Zeus’ on Netflix

More than two thousand years have passed since the stories of Zeus, Hera, Ares, and Demeter were passed from mouth to mouth in Greece, and their popularity has not faded to this day. The pantheon of the Greek gods of Olympus has fascinated various artists, writers, musicians, and philosophers over the centuries. Obviously, modern culture has accepted these tales not as real cosmogony but as a story that can be interpreted for our times.

Blood of Zeus is an excellent series by Netflix with outstanding animation and music; it’s a must-see for all fans of Greek mythology.

Its characters, from Zeus to Seraphim, are set more in grey, meaning they are not completely black or white characters, and the story takes you down paths you never imagined. The series does it all in eight episodes, which could ideally be thirty or forty episodes long. We believe a larger number of episodes would be enough to reveal the characters of the second plan in more depth.

Animated series for adults are undoubtedly having their moment, and perhaps a few years ago, such a series would have been limited to showing mutilated bodies, action, gore and superpowers, but now it makes you think (for those who like to think while watching) about the corruption of power, about the fine line between love and hate, and the need to tackle situations of injustice, even if you know it will only harm you and your loved ones in the long-term.

Manny Pacquiao Produces the Film ‘Almighty Zeus’

The film was shot with the support of the world-famous boxer Manny Pacquiao. He was the world champion eight times and became the winner of five weight categories.

The film tells the story of an ordinary young man who is passionate about boxing, and his name is Zeus. According to the plot story, the guy sees an attack on an old Asian man. After that, Zeus tries to draw attention to this incident and receives a response from the middleweight champion, who subsequently gives him an interesting offer to participate in a boxing match. Hereinafter, a series of events will make a very strong fighter out of the young man.

Chris Soriano and Hillary Soriano directed and produced this film. Both producers work in the film production industry, in addition to protecting and advancing the rights of minorities in the United States. 

Soriano himself also noted that the situations faced by ​​minorities in the United States. According to his words, in the USA, and especially in Los Angeles, the number of crimes against Asians has increased. Of course, not everyone will see this in everyday life on the streets, but some situations do occur, and not all of them are reported.

“I have to make a movie out of it, so people can see it from a different angle because sometimes I think that’s why we have misunderstandings. We just can’t look at things from the same point of view,” says 33-year-old Soriano.

Additionally, Soriano has always admired boxing legend Manny Pacquiao. How lucky it was that Manny Pacquiao himself mentioned the persecution of Asians in the United States. It was ideal that he made a film based on the persecution of Asian people in the USA and that it was connected with boxing. Therefore, Soriano wrote to Manny, asking him to help produce the film based on this strong concept.

Zeus’ Popularity

According to birth data in 2021, only 1 out of every 11,000 or so children born was given this name. It has most of its popularity in the USA, followed by Brazil. The name Zeus is of Greek origin. Generally, parents prefer to give this name to boys on account of its association with nobility, a sense of humour and unshakable strength. People who were named Zeus have such traits; they’re reliable friends, great conversationalists, and good family men. A man named Zeus is thought to have a spiritualized nature. He tries to avoid conflict situations. 

In other countries, this name has gained more popularity among pet lovers. For instance, in Canada, one of the most popular nicknames for dogs is Zeus. In Particular, owners choose it for male dogs. Thus, on the street, you can meet dogs named Zeus. Often, this nickname is given to fighting dogs or those that are prone to being protective or aggressive. However, this does not rule out the fact that a small dog can also be called Zeus.

As for cats, this is a popular name given in Spain. It is more likely that you will find a cat named Zeus among the pedigree breeds, but that is not a rule. 

Besides, the nickname of the Greek god also sounds great for horses and even some home birds.

Zeus was also the name of the tallest dog in the world according to Guinness World Records. His height is 1.118 meters. Despite the large size, Zeus had a calm character and got along well with children. The tallest dog in the world died in 2014 at the age of 5. 

Another unusual owner of the name of the ancient god is the blind owl Zeus. He was found as a baby by people in California on the porch of their house. They immediately noticed its main feature — "space" black eyes. The owners of the house gave the owl to the Wildlife Learning Center, where the special bird was named Zeus. It lives there until now. Everyone can follow the life of the bird on the Instagram page — zeustheblindowl.

Momentum Stock Olympic Steel (ZEUS)

For fans of the financial markets and stock exchanges, this company is an American representative in the metallurgical sector.

Olympic Steel Inc (Zeus) is a metalworking service centre. The company operates in specialty metal flat products, flat carbon products and piping segments. Sales and distribution are carried out as follows:

1. Flat products: aluminum plates, sheets, and rods
2. Special metals: machined aluminum, stainless steel, and final components
3. Carbon steel products: springs, wires, and cables
4. Tube products: metal pipes, rods, and valves

The company also manufactures parts or individual items depending on the order. In addition, it provides services for customers in the processing and transportation of metals.

The company, according to technical analysis, has an A rating; since the growth rate of the share price is 79 percent ahead of the market average. Moreover, investor interest has been fuelled by 31% growth over the past 12 weeks, and public opinion suggests that the company will expand, which in turn will lead to an increase in the market share of commodities.

ZEUS Laser System Launched by American Scientists

The world is witnessing how the laser race is gaining momentum! Of course, it opens up new perspectives but also creates new challenges.

In September 2022, scientists at the University of Michigan announced the launch of the most powerful lasers ever created – the ZEUS (Zetawatt-Equivalent Ultrashort pulse laser System). In a test run, the laser demonstrated pulses with a power of 30 terawatts. In 2023, scientists plan to achieve a capacity of three petawatts (PW). Such incredibly powerful lasers will open up huge opportunities to scientists in various fields.

• Physicists will be able to investigate the behaviour of target matter and test the fundamental laws of physics.
• Doctors will be able to conduct X-ray examinations, while patients will experience a minimal dose of radiation.
• ZEUS will also help create super-powerful laser weapons.

The ZEUS laser beam does not fall on a stationary target but on a pre-accelerated electron beam. Together, the laser beam and the electron beam reach an astronomical power of several zetawatts (1021 W). Thanks to this, scientists will be able to study physical effects that until recently seemed out of reach.

A Brief Look at the Life of the Billionaire John Christodoulou, the Owner of “Zeus”

On May 24, 1965, in Nicosia, Cyprus, John Christodoulou, the brilliant entrepreneur, was born. He is also known as Zeus because of his luxurious 74-meter yacht that carries the same name. When the Turkish invasion of Cyprus began in 1974, he immigrated to London with his family. 

Christodoulou’s outlook on life and approach to business have been profoundly influenced by his experience as a refugee: “I know what it is like to leave your home and have nothing else. What made me the man I am today is going through the experience of war and being insecure. I’m still insecure. I can use it as a positive because it’s never enough; you always need challenges in life,” he said to Forbes Monaco for their article “the 95% Rule”. 

The Inception of Brilliance

Post-schooling, at the age of 16, he pursued the art of diamond mounting, which led him to buy his first property in 1994. Initially oblivious to his dyslexia, the man began his business career in Hatton Garden by negotiating with the landlord of a small jeweller to use his workshop in exchange for low prices on jewellery repairs. Zeus sold his diamond company three years after he founded it.

A Foot in Real Estate

Even as a young man, John Christodoulou did not invest in sectors he knew nothing about. Christodoulou entered the construction industry, where he first worked on various building sites. After acquiring the skills to develop buildings, he eventually developed his own with the help of bank financing.

At the young age of 19, he purchased his first piece of real estate—a studio in Finchley, north London. 

Career

Christodoulou owns around 2 million square feet of property in Canary Wharf. His Yianis Group owns Marriott Canary Wharf and Canary Riverside Plaza. He owns Wool House, a Whitechapel Victorian warehouse turned heritage treasure, and was known to be creating an eco-friendly village on a small island near Sardinia in 2019.

The strong London rental market increased Christodoulou’s property holdings by 25% to £1.5 billion in the year leading up to April 2019. As of May 2022, the Sunday Times Rich List estimated his wealth at £2.35 billion.

Christodoulou intended to buy the majority stake in the Omonia Nicosia Athletic Club from New York-based Cypriot investor Stavros Papastavrou for £30 million in October 2021, but Christodoulou wanted to remove a condition in his management agreement with Papastavrou that compelled him to transfer the shares to Omonia fans after five years; therefore, the arrangement fell through.

Giving Back: Christodoulou’s Philanthropic Work

To assist disadvantaged children and their families in the UK and throughout the world, he established the Yianis Christodoulou Foundation (YCF) in 2016. It focused on lowering poverty and scaling access to high-quality education. To this end, Christodoulou has donated a million pounds to the charity.

The organization received donations starting at $51,842 in 2017 and rising to $1,200,559 in 2018. The 2019 fundraising year saw a dramatic drop, with only £17,756 being collected. In 2020, a total of £15,238 was contributed. Thus far, charity donations totalled £260,998 in 2018, £112,039 in 2019, and £93,199 throughout 2018–19.

His foundation funded the distribution of free food parcels to 355,000 members of the Cypriot community living in the United Kingdom during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to this financing, the NHS staff at The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel, London, received 6,000 personal care kits.

ZEUS

The billionaire is called Zeus, after his yacht, by people in his close circle. ZEUS is a 74-metre yacht owned by Christodoulou, with six cabins which can accommodate up to 15 guests and nine cabins that accommodate up to 21 crew members. She was constructed by Blohm and Voss in 1991, and her interior and exterior were both designed by Francis Design. She has a maximum speed of 35 knots and a cruising speed of 19 knots and weighs around 1,150 tons.

Christodoulou sailed his yacht to Cyprus in July 2021 and donated €365,000 to help the island nation’s underprivileged children and rebuild its schools after devastating wildfires.

Zeus the Mighty: His Secret Identity Revealed

A lot of Instagram users have posed the question, who is this Zeus person? Many of them were impressed when they spotted this almost mythical figure. He is a tall, handsome man with gray hair and a beard, but this could describe a lot of people these days! The thing that triggered Instagrammers’ attention was the remarkable resemblance this man had to an authentic Greek God – Zeus. 

Quick Profile

He has many fans who track his profiles daily. He has profiles on Instagram and TikTok with over 400k followers, and he’s currently trending everywhere. The living God appears in popular locations, between Monaco, Dubai, and Paris, each time looking flawless and confident. 

Zeus is often spotted accompanied by different girls, presumably models, while he walks to another expensive car. As a result of this, Zeus has become an inspiration and a luxury-style icon for many Instagrammers who are digging deep to discover more about the God of lightning. So, let’s learn more about this mystical figure.

What Do We Know About Him?

A character called Zeus has caused a stir on social media recently. Instagram users have been passing news about Zeus’s profile to each in a bid to reveal his identity. But it stayed secret long enough, adding more mystery to the character. Finally, some managed to come up with several pieces of information about him. So, who is Zeus? 

There should be a really long pause or an increasing drumroll, but let’s skip the part. First of all, the man really does exist, and his name is Ilan Tobianah. He is a world-famous lawyer that specializes in real estate law at Moët et Associés Immobilier, based in Paris since June 1999. His professional career has lasted for 23 years, and he does not plan to stop. 

The man is also a model, an investor, a philanthropist, and a father. His rapid career development and huge success are driven by his investments in tech startups. He loves the luxury lifestyle, exclusive premium cars, and beautiful girls by his side. If you happen to meet him on the street, you are in luck because Zeus gladly takes photos with fans.

Why Zeus?

It is a fair question because all the feeds we see on Instagram and Tik Tok about this Ilan character make us wonder whether or not the whole thing is all a marketing project. Zeus always casually walks to his car or elegantly stands near it, chatting with one of the girls without doing much. However, he simply lives his life the way he wants. 

The gods have always been a source of fascination and inspiration, and Ilan’s striking resemblance to an actual God from Greek mythology makes people admire him without much action. However, it is where the key to Zeus’s popularity is hidden.

Some Quick Facts

Basically, we know that Ilan Tobianah, a.k.a Zeus, is around fifty and has a curly beard, eagle nose, and tanned skin. However, there are other interesting facts about his Thunder majesty:

• His net worth is about 46.7 million dollars
• He can park his Lamborgini wherever he wants
• Ilan has houses around the world: a California home, a Bali residence, and a Miami mansion
• He owns an island
• He also has a yacht and a private jet
• He has a BLL from a famous French university
• Ilan’s height is 185 cm
• He likes tech-house music
• His garage is full of elite cars

Well, these are the top hot facts describing how rich our Zeus is. The sky is the limit for this guy who lives up to his standards without any doubt. His social page is full of proof and followers’ likes.

Personal Life

It seems that Ilan Tobianah is a family man with a certain image. There is little information about his actual family or a wife in particular. However, he definitely has a child and is married. Zeus almost never speaks and maintains this image of an inaccessible deity.

Inside His Garage 

Ilan has really rare and priceless cars kept in the garage. This huge collection of vehicles is impressive and includes over ten exclusive cars from the following brands:

• Lamborghini
• Aston Martin 
• Ferrari 
• McLaren
• Bentley

Ilan’s garage looks like a car museum. However, he does not hide his passion for luxury and premium cars.

Zeus Network program overview

Influencers are powerful opinion leaders who influence their audience's opinions on a wide variety of issues, from clothing and technology to social interaction practices. The ZEUS platform has gathered the most influential and popular social media stars in one place to present them to you in a convenient and modern application.

Why should you try Zeus?

Content on the Internet is inexhaustible - you can watch YouTube videos every day and never run out of new information. But the truly exclusive formats, videos, shows, and other forms of content are not always available in the public domain.

By subscribing to Zeus, you will get

• access to the content of hundreds of world-famous influencers;
• all the content you paid for by subscription will be available in a convenient format, in one program;
• the user is offered premium quality content - only proven entertainment;
• all videos available by subscription can be downloaded to a mobile device for viewing later without access to the network;
• shows are regularly updated - many monthly high-profile releases cannot be seen anywhere else.

The main feature of the platform is the unique content that is available immediately, in a convenient format and without the need to purchase anything else. All you need is an internet connection to access your library.

Top Five Adult and Children’s Books About Zeus

Greek mythology is believed to be the cradle of Western civilization. It also features a poetic stark that draws literature, history, and culture enthusiasts. Zeus is the king of the Greek gods and the most important member of the Greek Pantheon. 

The books about Zeus not only bring out the character of Zeus but also let you understand Greek mythology. They include:

"Zeus” by Ken Dowden

For nearly 70 years, this was the only book to present a comprehensive portrait of the most significant Greek deities in a single, trustworthy volume. This 192-page book is a masterful and thorough investigation that offers a 21st-century analysis of the fascinating god Zeus. It examines myth, art, cult, philosophy, drama, religion, and European painting, among many other topics. 

It enables us to understand what it was like to revere the greatest Greek gods, lives through the Middle Ages, and experience current times.

“Mythos” by Stephen Fry

Stephen Fry, a renowned author, actor, and comedian, retells Greek stories in his contemporary work Mythos. Fry turns the exploits of Zeus and the Olympians into hysterical and poignant tales. The book includes learned notes from the author and great artwork that served as inspiration. Fry’s particular wit, voice, and writing style permeate every adventure. The retellings are rich in cultural background and brim with humour and emotion.

“Zeus and the Thunderbolt of Doom” by Joan Holub and Suzanne Williams

This children’s book humorously portrays the stories of the Titans and Olympians. In this first graphic novel, ten-year-old Zeus embarks on the journey of a lifetime after extracting a magical thunderbolt from a stone. 

The thunderbolt’s enormous might drives away the Titans, and its enigmatic markings inspire Zeus to set out on a mission to save his fellow Olympians from the villainous Cronus. It tells the story of Zeus’ epic voyage to become king of the gods armed with his dependable thunderbolt. 

This modern version of Greek mythology is humorously illustrated by Joan and Williams using black and white drawings. The book unveils the series’ characters, surroundings, and basic mythos to build it up.

“Zeus: A Study in Ancient Religion” by Arthur Bernard Cook

This is a three-volume series by classical scholar and archaeologist A. B. Cook. The first volume covers Zeus as the god of the bright sky. The second volume explores Zeus as the god of the dark sky (thunder and lightning). The final volume reveals Zeus as the god of the dark sky (clouds, dew, earthquakes, meteorites, rain, wind). “Zeus: A Study in Ancient Religion” has a part 2 containing appendixes and addenda for the trio. 

“The Complete World of Greek Mythology” by Richard Buxton

The author tells Greek mythologies by exploring the contexts to help his readers recover the meanings of myths for their tellers and recipients. It mixes a recounting of Greek mythology with an in-depth analysis of the environment in which it emerged. This covers the themes, applicability to Greek culture and society, and connection to the environment. It is covered in many stories about Zeus and his roles in the Pantheon of gods.

“Zeus: A Journey Through Greece in the Footsteps of a God” by Tom Stone

The book depicts the most powerful and charismatic Greek gods as lustful, hot-tempered, and polygamous. Tom Stone leads readers on a 4,000-year trip through the god’s turbulent life, from his birth as a sky god. He visits the most important sites in Greek mythology, such as the underground caves, Olympus, Crete, Mycenae, Macedonia, and so on.

ZEUS (Zero Emission Ultimate Ship)

The navy, which dumps a huge variety of heavy and dangerous metals into the water, is believed to be the main source of ocean pollution globally. The Italian company Fincantieri has found a way out to save the world water balance of the entire planet. The organization has created the first green zero-emission vessel powered by fuel cells that generate electricity.

The length of the ZEUS (Zero Emission Ultimate Ship) is 25 metres. The vessel serves as a floating laboratory researching fuel cells and testing the use of new environmentally friendly materials. The watercraft is equipped with environmentally friendly panels, photovoltaic structures and low-consumption OLED lamps. There are two electric and two diesel engines, a lithium battery, and an N 144 fuel system on board the ship.

The main equipment of the ship is fueled by hydrogen stored in metal hydride cylinders. The experimental vessel is designed to demonstrate the ability of floating vehicles to successfully navigate the seas without CO2 emissions. Many potential investors have become interested in the promise of ZEUS. Cetena, Isotta Fraschini Motori, Seastema, and other organizations have joined the Fincantieri project.

Zeus Faber Fish

St. Peter's fish, the Zeus Faber, or the common John Dory, is an inhabitant of the Eastern Atlantic. The first mention of this lone underwater predator belongs to Carl Linnaeus. This Swedish naturalist told the world about an unusual fish with spots on its sides in 1758, left by St. Peter (according to legend).

The John Dory fish has a strongly compressed greenish-olive body from the sides, large eyes, a sharp mouth with conical teeth, and long dorsal fins in the form of prickly and soft rays. The average length of the Zeus Faber is about 60 cm. Some of them reach 90 cm. The lifespan of this deep-sea predator is up to twelve years in the wild.

An ordinary John Dory prefers a measured solitary lifestyle on a sandy, muddy, or rocky bottom with algae thickets. The fish can descend to a depth of up to 200m in order to find food. The staple diet of a Zeus Faber consists of small fish and shellfish. The predator is lightning-fast during the hunt. A short rapid throw leaves the victim with no chance of survival.

St. Peter's fish breeds from March to May. The meat of this inhabitant of the Eastern Atlantic is highly valued for its taste qualities. A whole treatise can be devoted to the use of John Dory in cooking. The Zeus Faber has no commercial significance since the isolated, solitary habitation of individual specimens prohibits a large-scale catch.

Zeus Imperial Ale Craft Beer by the Lengthwise Brewing Company

Beer isn’t just a means to achieve inebriation. It’s an experience that takes you through distinct tastes and flavours, thus enhancing your meal and even your day. That’s what every can of Zeus Imperial Ale Craft Beer delivers: craft brewery excellence from the first sip down to the last drop.

A drink worthy of the gods; see just what makes this craft beer the best of the best out there:

Produced by a Brewing Company Celebrated for Quality Brews

Founded in 1998, the Lengthwise Brewing Company is based in Bakersfield, California, and quickly became a local favourite in its early days. Since then, it has expanded its offerings to accommodate various tastes. But what makes Lengthwise truly special is its transparency. As its location also operates as a pub, all customers get a full view of their brewing process. More importantly, Lengthwise is a microbrewery. A handful of people work there, ensuring a more controlled operation.

But what does this mean for Zeus Imperial Ale? This level of transparency is a testament to the company’s willingness to show how its products (including the one we’re talking about!) are produced, with them adhering to the strictest cleanliness standards to create the purest brews. And because the operations aren’t so expansive, there’s more control over what happens there. This means less room for error so that you get perfection with every dollar you spend on this product.

A Product of a Distinctly Precise Brewing Process

The specialists in charge strictly monitor the entire brewing process. From malting to maturing, every step of the process follows an exact company-guarded timeline and procedure. Here’s a glimpse of some parts of what makes Zeus Imperial so special:

• Malting. The first and perhaps the most important step, malting, determines what your beer’s flavour is going to be. The experts set a precise germination time and heat up the barley at a precise temperature to make sure you get the same colour and flavour every time.
• Lautering. This is a sensitive process that, when done wrong, can see you ending up with a bitter batch. And here, they separate the wort from the residual grain to preserve the fermented sugars through trickling water.
• Hopping. Hops give the beer an extra boost. These are added at different points of the brewing process to lend that distinct bitterness, aroma, and flavour to complete the taste profile.

Zeus Imperial Ale is a product of expertise. Developed through a series of experimentation led by top brewers, this is the ultimate demonstration of what dedication to craft and years of experience can bring to the table… or the glass, so to speak. And the result? A merriment of flavours dancing in your mouth at every sip. Brewing craft beer is a complex and time-consuming process. But having a quality beer at the end makes it all worth it!

That’s why you can never go wrong with Zeus Imperial Ale Craft Beer. This is easily a favourite for a get-together with friends or for chilling at the end of the day. So, every time you grab a pack of this top pick from Lengthwise, expect your beer to taste the same every time. They have nailed the process down to a science, guaranteeing that all-familiar taste that so many have come to know and love.

The Purest Flavours and Aromas with Every Sip

Zeus Imperial Ale is classified as an Imperial IPA, which is known for its intensity. This means that you get incredibly intense flavours that will take you to a whole experience that mass-produced beer can never match. It is described as having a sharp bitterness that’s balanced with rich citrus notes for a bold flavour that you won’t be able to resist. This is made possible with Citrus American hops sourced from local businesses that meet the extremely discriminate standards that the Lengthwise Brewing Company adheres to.

The microbrewery can deliver a medium-bodied drink that’s truly worthy of a place on your table, a perfect beverage to enjoy on its own or with a spicy dish to eat on the side. The bitterness of the beer helps offset the spice, which in turn adds another element to the beer’s already-impressive flavour profile. So, even though this has bright, fruity overtones that deliver that extra zing, you can further magnify the drinking experience as it’s also the ideal pair for a delicious snack. 

Do you consider yourself to be a true IPA connoisseur? Then, this craft beer is definitely worth a try. Like most Imperial IPA beers, Zeus Imperial Ale has a medium carbonation that adds a little kick after that initial sip. The strong aroma that follows further enhances the taste, thus rounding out the exquisite journey from the first sip to the last drop. This is craft beer at its best and finest.

As Strong as It Is Delicious

The flavour will always be the biggest selling point of any craft beer, but the brewing process doesn’t just result in bolder flavours. It also generates a higher alcoholic content that can leave you satisfied without needing to drink until you’re ready to burst. You can slowly take your drink in without sacrificing the merry mellow feeling that comes with any alcoholic beverage. 

At 9.5 to 10 percent ABV, Zeus Imperial Ale is one of the stronger drinks that Lengthwise Brewing offers. So, if you’re looking for something that will truly hit the spot, you can’t go wrong with an Imperial IPA. 

For the Boldest and Bravest Brew Enthusiasts, Make a Toast with Zeus Imperial Ale Craft Beer!

Zeus Imperial Ale Craft Beer is a true masterpiece that deserves a place in any celebration or gathering. But you don’t have to fly and head down to Bakersfield, California, to enjoy a delightful batch of this rich-tasting ale. Even if you can’t get it straight from the tap, there will always be enough of this to go around.

Enjoy this great beer on your own or with your most treasured people from retail cans. These are sealed to preserve the full flavour and aroma, taking you all the way to Bakersfield, where you can get a pint of this at its freshest.

A Brief History and Overview of the Clothing Brand Zeus

If we were to look at it against the prominence of the world of fashion and the rise of ready-to-wear clothing, Zeus is still in its infancy. But in the two decades that this clothing brand has been serving the market, it has already achieved so many things.

What Makes Zeus So Unique?

Despite entering a fairly saturated market, this brand has managed to soar because:

They Create Designs and Products Supported by Research

The team looks for gaps and opportunities to create better iterations of what’s available in the market. They’re constantly trying to make better versions of their own creations while responding to the newer demands in the market today. The team accomplishes it all through sound research. They conduct both quantitative and qualitative research to make data-based decisions for their line of sports apparel and accessories.

We Invest in Quality

All products are built for comfort, style, and rigorous wear and tear. Zeus knows the abuse that sportswear and equipment go through. That’s why, when they create various products, they make sure that everything passes rigorous strength and wear and tear tests. And it all starts with using the highest quality raw materials.

They believe that quality products come from quality materials, so they set themselves up for success by sourcing from the best of the best.

They Embrace Modernity

To accommodate the growing demand for their products in the market, they have to be able to produce more without compromising on the quality that made their clients choose them in the first place. Zeus embraces modernity.

All factories use only the most modern technology in the clothing industry, ensuring the most efficient production without leaving any room for error. All products are created with modern equipment at Zeus’ factories.

They Build Relationships

Today, the company’s biggest clients are sports teams. They have various needs and preferences, and they maintain open communication with all of them. Zeus listens to feedback and responds by introducing the necessary improvements to satisfy their requirements. So, in a way, they’re part of all the sports teams that they supply!

From the very first day, they’ve stood by all these values and principles. And every member of the team believes that they contribute to the success of the company. So let us share with you a little more information about their two-decade-long journey in the industry, along with what they have in store for their expanding clientele in the future.

Cosmetic brand Zeus Beard

Zeus Beard is an American cosmetic brand specializing in men's beard and mustache care products. The brand was founded in the United States in 2014 with the aim of creating natural, high-quality products that not only help to care for facial hair, but also strengthen and nourish it. Zeus Beard uses natural ingredients such as olive oil, jojoba oil, argan oil, and many others to create products that not only keep facial hair healthy and beautiful, but also prevent flaking and skin irritation. "Zeus Beard offers a wide range of products, including beard and mustache oils, balms, gels, and shampoos. The company also offers other hair care products for men, such as combs and brushes for beards and mustaches.

Zeus Jewelry

Zeus Jewelry offers an assortment of stylish bodily adornments such as bracelets, rings, and necklaces. To keep their products interesting to the market, they offer designs to fit various tastes, from timeless classics to fashion-forward and modern. The company has not shared the story behind how it settled on this brand name, but it may relate to the creations of the sophisticated Ancient Greeks. Known for aesthetics that are considered "in" even today, Zeus is truly a fitting name for their curated line of crafted jewelry. 

Zeus Sport Store

Zeus Sport Store promises high quality that doesn't break the bank. It sells sports kits, equipment, and accessories that are made with quality materials, modern technology, and experienced labour. The name Zeus is associated with the protector of all gods and people. Through its wide variety of sports-related products, this company helps maximize sports talent while protecting participants from injuries. This extra boost helps teams and players become gods and legends in their chosen sports. 

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