Mid-Imperial Roman Statue of Jupiter
Date: 150–200 CE
Period: Roman Imperial
Material: Marble (likely)
Origin: Ancient Rome

Jupiter, known as the king of the gods in Roman mythology, was the supreme deity of the Roman pantheon, ruling over the sky, thunder, and lightning. Often depicted holding a thunderbolt and seated majestically on a throne, he was considered the protector of Rome and the enforcer of law and order among both gods and humans.

Jupiter was the Roman counterpart of the Greek god Zeus and played a central role in Roman religion, politics, and culture.

Temples dedicated to him, such as the famous Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus on the Capitoline Hill, served as important centers for state rituals and public ceremonies.

Beyond his association with power and authority, Jupiter was also revered as a guardian of oaths and a symbol of justice, embodying the Roman ideals of leadership, strength, and divine oversight.