The Greeks Spotlight on Ancient Greeks The Mycenaeans and Homer Greek Settlements The Land of Greece The City-State, Athens Democracy The City at War Naval Warfare Religion and the Gods Temples The Olympic Games The Family Home Greek Women Education Symposium Theaters and Actors Craftsmen Illness and Death Learning and Inventions	Zeus Zeus was the father of the gods and the most powerful. His throne was on Mount Olympus. He was god of the sky and storms, and when it rained people would say 'Zeus is raining.' If he was angry he could harm humans.   Previous: Back Book: The Greeks Section: Spotlight on Ancient Greeks Chapter: Religion and the Gods