Hephaestus Ancient Greek Gods for Kids  Roman Name: Vulcan Hephaestus was the only Olympian who limped. He was the son of Hera and Zeus. Some say he was born with a limp. Others say Zeus, in a fit of temper, flung him off Mount Olympus when he was just a baby.  Hephaestus is the god of fire and forge. He made things, like the gods home on Mount Olympus. He married (and was deeply loved) by Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty.   Zeus ordered Hephaestus to create the first woman out of clay. Hephaestus created Pandora.    The story of Hephaestus  The God of Fire, Forge, and Volcanoes  The Story of Pandora  Explore Ancient Greece Ancient Greek Gods & Goddesses Greek Myths  Greek Video Clips  Greek Powerpoints  Greek Games Lesson Plans for Teachers Ancient Greece for Kids   All Rights Reserved    Clip Art Credit: Phillip Martin Have a great year!