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Which deities and gods across cultures have been associated with lightning?

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Many cultures around the world have deities associated with lightning. Here are some prominent examples:

  1. Thor (Norse Mythology): Known as the god of thunder, Thor wields the hammer Mjölnir, which produces lightning.

  2. Zeus (Greek Mythology): Zeus is the king of the gods and controls the sky, including thunder and lightning.

  3. Indra (Hindu Mythology): In Hinduism, Indra is the god of rain, thunderstorms, and lightning.

  4. Raijin (Japanese Mythology): A Japanese god of lightning, thunder, and storms.

  5. Perun (Slavic Mythology): The Slavic god of thunder and lightning, often depicted with a hammer or axe.

  6. Tlaloc (Aztec Mythology): An Aztec god of rain and lightning, known for his power over water.

  7. Jupiter (Roman Mythology): Similar to Zeus, Jupiter is the Roman god of the sky and lightning.

You can explore further details in articles such as Symbol Sage and Wikipedia.

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