Turms

Classical

Like the Greek god Hermes and the Roman god Mercury, Turms was the messenger of the gods and the conductor of the souls of the dead to the Underworld. Like his Greek counterpart, he also wore a cloak and a pair of winged sandals, as well as carried a caduceus (a winged herald staff).

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Name

Turms (Etruscan).
Mercury (Roman).

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Created:August 29, 2004

Modified:August 15, 2024