Several pairs of gods in mythology are twins. The most well-known examples include:
Apollo and Artemis
- Greek Mythology: Apollo and Artemis, born to Leto and Zeus, are iconic twin deities. Apollo is associated with the sun, music, and prophecy, while Artemis embodies the hunt, wilderness, and the moon. They were both skilled archers and highly revered. Sources describe them as "inseparable yet different," representing two sides of the same coin. (Apollo and Artemis: The Divine Twins with Opposing Aims, Apollo and Artemis)
Castor and Pollux
- Greek Mythology: Castor and Pollux, also known as the Dioskouroi, were twin brothers. Castor was renowned for his horsemanship, while Pollux excelled in boxing. Their parentage is a blend of divine and mortal origins, with Zeus as one father. (Castor and Pollux, What two gods were twin brother and sister?)
Prometheus and Epimetheus
- Greek Mythology: Prometheus and Epimetheus were Titan twins known for their roles in the creation of humanity. Prometheus, meaning "foresight," was the wiser of the two. (Prometheus: Stealing Fire from the Gods)
While many other mythological twins exist, these are prominent examples of divine twins. The specific pair of twin gods depends on the mythology in question.
