Zephyr (mythology)

Zephyr is the ancient Greek god of the west wind, known as the soft, gentle breeze that signals spring and defines the transition between seasons. Often portrayed as a personified wind, Zephyr is associated with calmness, renewal, and mild weather. He plays a role in various myths, such as carrying lovers or aiding heroes like Cupid and Hercules. Zephyr embodies the positive, refreshing qualities of wind from the west, symbolizing growth and change, and is part of a broader tradition of Greek wind gods representing different directional winds.