Metaphysical Properties
In Greek mythology, Ares is the god of war, courage, and brutality. He is the son of Zeus and Hera, and one of the Twelve Olympians.
Meaning
Battle: Ares is the spirit of battle, and represents the physical valor needed to win war.
Bloodlust: Ares is known for his bloodlust and ability to destroy walls and sack cities.
Violence: Ares embodies the violent and untamed aspects of war.
Other characteristics
Ares was not popular with the Greek people because of his quick temper and thirst for conflict.
He was often accompanied in battle by his sister Eris (Strife), and his sons Phobos (Panic) and Deimos (Rout).
He was associated with Enyalius, a lesser war deity who was almost identical to Ares, and Enyo, a female counterpart.
He was a popular subject in Greek art.
He became even more popular in Roman times when he took on the form of Mars, the Roman god of war.
Name
The name Ares comes from the Ancient Greek word Ἄρης (Árēs), which literally means "battle".