Roman Mythology Deities Jupiter
Roman Mythology Deities Jupiter refers to the chief Roman god, also known as Jove, who was believed to be the ruler of the heavens and the god of thunder and lightning. He was considered the protector of the Roman state and was often depicted with a thunderbolt in his hand. Jupiter was also associated with justice, law, and order, and was worshipped as the father of gods and men. In Roman mythology, Jupiter was the equivalent of the Greek god Zeus.