Ancient Rome
Jupiter
King of the Gods
- sky
- thunder
- the state
About Jupiter
Supreme god of the Roman state, ruler of sky and thunder and guardian of Rome itself.
A famous story
The Roman counterpart of Zeus, Jupiter was the divine protector of Rome. Generals returning victorious paraded to his great temple on the Capitoline Hill to give thanks, and oaths sworn in his name were considered unbreakable.
Temple
Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus
Capitoline Hill, Rome
The most important temple in Rome, where triumphant generals offered their victories.