Athena, the goddess of wisdom, had an unexpected connection to serpents. The serpent's role in Greek folklore as a protective and healing spirit sheds light on Athena's association with these creatures. The snake, as a symbol of regeneration, connects her to primordial feminine forces, such as Gaia, the Minoan Snake Goddess, and Hygeia, the goddess of health.
Tag: Greek mythology
Orphic Mysteries and Goddess(es) of Nature
What do the Orphic hymns reveal about the power of goddesses? You may be surprised!