Greek Mythology and Theology are two extremely different studies; however, one thing they have in common is a causer of destruction. The bible states that, “The thief [Satan] comes only to steal and kill and destroy.” (The Holy Bible, ESV 2001, John 10:10) In the Iliad, the Greek war god Ares is addressed as the “Bane of all mankind, crusted with blood, [and] breacher of city walls.” (Homer 5.36) Therefore, because Ares and Satan are both called destructors, they are considered alike. Although they are alike in some ways, they still have differences. In Isaiah, Satan is said to have “weakened the nations.” Ares does not weaken nations nor mortals, but rather, he helps them. For instance, Athena leads Ares into battle. Ares fights alongside
