In Roman mythology, the god of time is Kronos (or Chronos), often depicted as an old man with a long beard, representing the passage of time. He is sometimes conflated with the Greek god Chronos, who embodies the abstract concept of time and follows a cyclical notion of existence. His presence in various myths emphasizes the inevitable progression of time and its effects on gods and mortals alike, shaping destinies and unfolding the universe's history.