hephaestus

German - Turkish

Definition of hephaestus in German Turkish dictionary: (Vulcan or Mulciber)- God of fire, workman, armor, and smiths

English - English

Definition of hephaestus in English English dictionary: The lame god of fire, smithwork, metallurgy, volcanoes, and artisans, who served as blacksmith of the gods; {i} god of fire and metalwork and crafts (Greek Mythology); The god of volcanoes and fire, especially the forge, also the patron of all craftsmen, principally blacksmiths; in Greek mythology, the god of fire and metalwork (=making metal objects) , who made weapons for the gods. In Roman mythology his name is Vulcan. or Hephaistos Greek god of fire. He was originally a deity of Asia Minor and nearby islands (especially Lemnos); his Roman counterpart was Vulcan. Born lame, or crippled at an early age, he was cast out of heaven by his parents, Zeus and Hera. His wife was Aphrodite, goddess of love. He was the patron of smiths and craftsman and was often depicted working at his forge. Volcanoes were believed to be the fires of his workshops; (Greek mythology) the lame god of fire and metal-working in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Vulcan