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What is the difference between an ancient Greek god and a demigod?

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dubai_suzie

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Hey everyone, can someone explain the differences between an ancient Greek god and an ancient Greek demigod? My son has been getting super into Greek mythology, and I want to be able to understand what the heck he's saying.
 
A demigod is half god and half man, like Hercules was the son of Zeus, a god, and a mortal.
 
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Sure! The difference is pretty simple, basically a demigod is someone who is the offspring between a God and a normal person. These people sometimes have the powers of a God will also the ability to be human.
 
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