Jupiter's counterpart is a figure from Greek mythology, Zeus, also known as JOVE. Zeus is the king of the gods and the god of the sky and thunder in Ancient Greek religion and mythology. He is the son of Cronus and Rhea, and the father of many gods and goddesses, including Athena, Apollo, and Artemis. He is also the husband of Hera. Zeus is often depicted with a lightning bolt in his hand, symbolizing his power over the elements. JOVE is another name for Zeus, derived from the Latin Iuppiter, which is the Roman equivalent of the Greek Zeus.