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  2. Athena - Wikipedia

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    Athena was the patron goddess of heroic endeavor; she was believed to have aided the heroes Perseus, Heracles, Bellerophon, and Jason. Along with Aphrodite and Hera, Athena was one of the three goddesses whose feud resulted in the beginning of the Trojan War.

  3. Athena | Goddess, Myths, Symbols, Facts, & Roman Name |...

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    Athena, in Greek religion, the city protectress, goddess of war, handicraft, and practical reason, identified by the Romans with Minerva. She was essentially urban and civilized, the antithesis in many respects of Artemis , goddess of the outdoors.

  4. Athena • Facts about the Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War

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    What is Athena the Goddess of? Athena (or Athene) is the Olympian goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare and the beloved patroness of the city of Athens.

  5. Athena - World History Encyclopedia

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    Athena is the Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and the crafts. Why is Athena so famous? Athean is one of the most famous Greek goddesses because she was the favourite daughter of Zeus and patron of one its greatest cities, Athens.

  6. Athena :: Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War

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    Athena is the Olympian goddess of wisdom and war and the adored patroness of the city of Athens. A virgin deity, she was also – somewhat paradoxically – associated with peace and handicrafts, especially spinning and weaving.

  7. Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, was known for her intelligence, strength, and strategic thinking. However, unlike many Greek goddesses, Athena never had a husband or a lover. Instead, she was a virgin goddess, and her focus was on her duties and responsibilities toward her people.

  8. ATHENA - Greek Goddess of Wisdom, War & Crafts

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    Athena was the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom and good counsel, war, the defence of towns, heroic endeavour, weaving, pottery and various other crafts.

  9. Legend of Athena, Greek mythology | Britannica

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    Athena, or Athene, In ancient Greek religion, the goddess of war, handicraft, and wisdom and the patroness of Athens. Her Roman counterpart was Minerva. Hesiod told how Athena sprang in full armour from Zeus’s forehead.

  10. Athena, the Greek Goddess of Wisdom - ThoughtCo

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    Athena was the Greek goddess of wisdom also known as Pallas Athena. In ancient Rome, Athena was known as the Roman goddess Minerva.

  11. Athena is a well-recognized name in Greek mythology. She was the virgin goddess of reason, arts, literature and intelligence. She had a unique birth story and was known for her braveness in battles.