It is therefore very fitting that Poseidon was adopted as the tutelary god of Beirut.ĭuring the 2 nd c. Some of the most destructive earthquakes in this region have been recorded in history. The geographic area of Lebanon is also traversed by active fault lines making it particularly vulnerable to earthquakes. And when an earthquake struck, people would sing songs of praise and triumph to the earth-shaker for safety.Īncient Beirutis were merchants, ship owners, and seafarers – regularly on the open sea. Fishermen and seafarers sought his protection from storms and dangers at sea. Natural catastrophes were as such attributed to Poseidon. Although he was designated god of the sea, he also maintained a connection with the earth: he was the earth-shaker, god of the earthquake. Poseidon is one of the well-known Greek gods. Occupation: god of the sea and earthquakes Vehicle: Golden chariot pulled by horses (drives across the waves) ( image source: )Īddress: Golden House, Bottom of the Sea, Thrace, Aegean Sea A dolphin can also be spotted behind his right leg. Poseidon is seen raising his right arm, most likely to wield his trident (this latter was not originally found with the statue).
Marble statue of Poseidon, found on the island of Melos and currently housed at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens.
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