athena goddess of war

Athena Known as the patron goddess of Athens, Athena was born fully grown from the head of her father, Zeus. The ancient Greeks often depicted her with a shield and spear, symbolizing her role in battle strategy and protection.

They included Athena, the goddess of wisdom, twins Apollo and Artemis, and Hermes, the messenger of the gods. Others were Dionysus, the god of wine, Heracles and Perseus, both legendary heroes. 19.