"I will be with Artemis first. They have never lost their selves in the self of another. I’m relieved he won’t travel and sad I won’t see him for holidays this year, but I hope it won’t be too long. I am sorry to hear about the illness of your dear friend, as well as the fact that your beloved NC son will not be joining you for Christmas. The story of Athena goes back to that of her father and mother, Zeus and Metis. Eyes: Blue She was also usually regarded as the protector of young girls and the … There are many myths that outline how Artemis … belly movement of breath. He was a healer. I’m so sorry to hear about your friends in Plettenberg Bay. Athena was good friends with the Nike, god of victory, Artemis, goddess of the hunt and Apollo god of the sun and arts. at twilight, then sinks and dissolves Seeing the tiny microcosm of my life reflected in the macrocosmic archetypes fills me with meaning and wonder and comforts and heals my soul, as it does for yours. Athena is the Greek Goddess of civilized War, Wisdom, and civilization. He cleaved his head open in frustration and Athena sprung out, fully formed and clad in the armor she had been hammering inside her father's head. I learned the power of the wild feminine in childbirth and nursing. Two friends recently died from Covid related illnesses in Plettenberg Bay – they shouldn’t have … I really don’t like ‘shoulds’ and ‘shouldn’ts’ but really they shouldn’t have. is the same as my own. I’m definitely going to weave all this into whatever comes out of my own rabbit hole but for now … I’m nestling down! I can’t seem to get any goals together and I’m not sure I’ll see my NC son at Christmas because of covid restrictions in his state and mine. "Which Temple?" All three girls were barely hanging on. I tell you, my dear friend, that I have learned and am learning a lot from your writings. Things go from bad to worse for poor Callisto, who bears Zeus a son and is then turned into a bear by jealous Hera. Iphigeneia and Artemis">Artemis were worshipped in Brauron, Artemis in Rafina, Athena on Sounion, Aphrodite on Iera Odos, and Apollo in Daphne. Sending you love, peace, light, and safety, Elaine. Artemis is the Greek virgin goddess of the hunt, archery, wilderness, forests, the Moon, radiance, maidenhood, and childbirth. Thank you for the gift of your muse as finally I can see what’s been going on these past months. Leto was forbidden to give birth on solid land by the jealous Hera, but she finally found a little island named Delos, which was not secured to earth but floated in the waters. She was very protective of her chastity and guarded it with ferocity against any man who attempted to dishonor her. Thank you for your kind comments, Anne, and your solstice blessings which I send also to you. We have been doing our own therapeutic soul-making by accessing and finding meaning in the imaginative images of myths that show us the workings of our souls. When you hang out in the woods, remember to wear bright colors to avoid being shot by Artemis. Her two siblings were Apollo and Athena. Then she tried to cover her womb with her Anemos, Adopted Son of Artemis and Percy, must answer the call to war while struggling with no knowing who or what he truly is. Athena is a fictional character based on the same deity from Greek mythology in Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians and The Heroes of Olympus series. Enemies: The Trojans The Titans Medusa Arachne Two hands, and in her terror heard the cry, In Greek mythology, Artemis is the Olympian goddess of the hunt, the wilderness and wild animals, and childbirth. Another great virgin goddess of ancient Greece was Artemis, (Latin, Diana) the huntress and goddess of the moon. Someday we’ll be on the other side of this pandemic year. Fred Weiner. “Let me be with trees and wild things and walk with my dogs. All three jump off their thrones and quickly walk out with Percy. I’m sorry you’ve been sick. Knew too well. A mythological Greek God. -P.G.Wodehouse, Letting Go: An Essay on Vacuuming and Loss, Wisdom Quarterly: American Buddhist Journal. Anne. A deep sigh from here, too, as I send you love and safety, as well as light to you and Lin. Height: 5'9" Weight: 420 lbs. “I’m too tired to push,” I tell her now. While both gifts were useful, the people of the city decided the olive tree was more valuable and Athena became their patron. the lake was actually in Libya. I know I’ll make new inner discoveries. I liked turning my personal conflict into goddess mythology. Athena's parents were Zeus and Metis. “Forgive yourself for doubt and inner struggle when there’s no clear path ahead, but let go of Athena, even if she calls your name. I just have to make my way through the winter, but the beautiful birds at the feeder cheer me. Blessings to you and your family. Do you have inner voices that keep driving forward in a world that no longer exists? “Life and death matter,” says Hecate,” and love. Athena, also spelled Athene, 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.Athena was probably a pre-Hellenic goddess and was later taken over by the Greeks. I had my first summer swim this very afternoon. Hecate, the old Crone who watches us in the night, is the best for me now. Without some kind of friction between the opposites, there is no life. (O Saturn's daughter, had you seen her, even When I was a kid, I was very drawn to these two romantic and powerful virgin goddesses, and could never decide which one was my favorite. Artemis, Athena and Hestia are the only three Maidens (Virginity goddesses). Athena: goddess of military victory. The main protagonist is Athena, who finds out that she is a goddess.Along with meeting her friends, Aphrodite, Persephone, and Artemis, she has to deal with a mean classmate, Medusa. Her parents were Zeus and Leto. of early morning, You are my inspiration!” In the half light She then told Aphrodite that love was worthless since you would most likely have a broken heart in the end. the blood-red glow How odd it will be to spend Solstice without a family gathering, but I can still light candles and hang a few lights and ornaments. Artemis is a great archer, with silver arrows that bring painless death. The book Athena-Artemis (Helsinki: Kirja kerrallaan 2005 and 2006) is compilation of a novel and other texts.. Unless the weather forecast changes drastically, it will be cloudy here tomorrow night, but I saw Jupiter and Saturn sparkling two nights ago and I’ll see their exact conjunction the way we experience so much these days: on line! Wow! Artemis, quite understandably was/is outraged, following my quiet turning away from the world in order to birth to my second child! Clear waters over sand. We should have put Athena in charge of the government covid plan. Her two siblings were Apollo and Athena. One story tells of Pallas, the daughter of Triton and Athena’s childhood friends. With love, Jeanie. Athena… Lessons from Hecate, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RTpTo1ZMEc, Poems to Grieve By: Love, Loss, and Continuing Bonds, 6 Ways to Invite Love to a Death Anniversary, Creating a Grief Ritual: Love, Loss, and Continuing Bonds, Lessons from Artemis, Goddess of the Wild, An Uncommon Caregiver: Florence Nightingale’s Feathered Nursing Assistant, Listening to the Dark: The Descent of Inanna. May you be safe and well, Elaine. All three girls were barely hanging on. Surprisingly they only appear together in one myth -- the story of Persephone. Oh, I love imagining that Hecate will guide us both to Sophia with her torches lighting the path! Zeus had met the titaness Metis, on his way to slay his father the titans Cronus, Metis and Zeus had fallen in love and Metis was willing to help Zeus get close enough to overthrow his father and her king. Aphrodite possesses many attributes, achievements, and skills. Athena and Artemis were the two virgin daughters of Zeus in the Greek pantheon. Remember those first years without him when you wept and did ritual every day, when you didn’t need to accomplish more than that? “No, no, no!” says Artemis with angry tears flooding her cheeks. Artemis drives the moon chariot across the sky at night, a role she received when Selene, the original moon deity, faded. The Arcadian girl flushed red: as others stripped Ares was the god of the War, keen on bloody fights and assassinations.His parents were Hera and Zeus and even though he was one of the twelve Olympian gods, the majority of them disliked Ares due to his vigorous character. I can put down my weapons and let the process unfold in the dark of the waning moon. We were due to return to Plettenberg Bay this coming Sunday but clearly life had other plans and now we’re leaving for home on Sunday next week by when as much as possible will be completed here in Johannesburg. She then became completely envious, but she and Athena were already friends since they both lost. She was raped by Poseidon in one of Athena's temples. Callisto was one of Artemis's best friends. Despite what it sounds like, the aegis was quite flattering. I tend to get hit in the belly so I had to fast on our Thanksgiving Day, but I’m recovering now. You saw how little Vic’s achievements meant in the face of death. It will appear on YouTube in the near future. I especially love the last stanza and the “as if” exercise. behind closed eyelids; I hope Deborah is well now, but it’s wonderful to hear from her or you any time. After all, Athena had children, and Hera was the goddess of marriage. I can only trust in the process of up and down, plans changing. Mystics say the core of it calling it “just physical,” I’m not sure it worked for anyone else, but it worked for me. Be safe and healthy across the sea. Aphrodite Aphrodite and Artemis are best friends and together, along with Persephone and Athena, they make up the four most popular goddess girls at Mount Olympus Academy. Artemis was the god of the moon and hunting. I hope you’re feeling tons better. With that startling information, Hecate, Goddess of the Night and Crossroads, swoops in to settle my conflict. I also won’t scold when a plan needs revision. 1 Cast: 2 Also See: 3 Seasons: 4 Trivia: 5 Gallery: Barney - Artemis (Sailor Moon) Baby Bop - Luna (Sailor Moon) BJ - Danny (Cats Don't Dance) Riff - Oliver (Oliver and Company) and lots more! Get the best college board scores and the biggest scholarship. I look forward to reading what you wrote about Sophia. In Greek mythology, Artemis is the Olympian goddess of the hunt, the wilderness and wild animals, and childbirth. In one Libyan myth, Athena was blue-eyed as she was the daughter of Poseidon and Lake Tritonis (10). I’m thinking Hecate has intervened by sending me down that rabbit hole … where instead of writing, I’m being told by Her to read, read and read some more before I am to meet with and learn from the great Goddess Sophia. Majestic and stern, Athena surpassed everybody in both of her main domains. as when lemon tinged Children: I'm too wise to do anything so foolish as to procreate. Both Artemis and Athena were patron goddesses of the Amazons, so the idea is not an entirely groundless one. Athena and Artemis have never been initiated into that mystery. I think that I hardly can add something as I read the comments of Deborah. And no whips. Love, Susan. Her friends included Selene, Hippolytus, The Nymphs, and Chiron. I wonder at this light, the pulpy side-to-side, out-and-in Percy asks them "Mine", Artemis states taking his hand and flashing them to her Temple. Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece, particularly the city of Athens, from which she most likely received her name. For me it’s a strange time, being as I am here in my own old home up on the highveld. The god of the moon had some friends and several foes. Friends. For me, the bottom line is Hecate because of my age and the state of the world. Like all the nymphs who hunted with Artemis, Callisto had taken a vow of virginity and she was faithful to it. The god Ares represents the brutal, bloodthirsty side of war, while Athena repesents its more disciplined, rational aspect, an opposition similar to that of Dionysus and Apollo. On the surface, these Greek deities couldn’t be more different. Since Aphrodite promised Paris, he said that she was the prettiest, giving her the title of goddess of love and beauty. -She is one of three virgin goddesses; the other two were Hestia and Artemis. According to Greek mythology, Athena was born from Zeus' head, and did not have a mother. Once, Artemis was tricked into having a child. This virgin goddess is the daughter of Zeus and Leto and the twin sister of Apollo. No doubt, my apologies. For another post about Artemis, see Lessons from Artemis: Goddess of the Wild. “I write now in tears because of the wisdom, truth and beauty that you so willingly share with others. For a post about Hecate relevant to the politics of our time, see Have They Forgotten They Are Mortal? I need to remind myself repeatedly that my family is making small sacrifices and we’re OK and my sons are healthy. When I was a girl, I was all Athena like my mother. Athena was a warrior and her father, Zeus' favorite child.  Artemis's allies are Apollo, Zeus, and all of her huntresses Her rivals are Athena, Orion (for best hunter), Hera and Aphrodite. Therefore, you will never be alone. This virgin goddess is the daughter of Zeus and Leto and the twin sister of Apollo. It helped me clarify the inner arguments that happen–especially when so much time is spent alone. The Medusa story is particularly moving. Is it non-sequitur? First thing I do in the morning is take a walk to the forest with the dogs no matter how cold and windy it is–with a little whining and a sense of heroics. . I’m laughing at your Athena-within, not satisfied and wanting more with hard and clear deadlines. Pallas Athena – The most common epithet has the most clouded origins and many myths surrounding it. When an hour after the hunt, Diana, languid Aphrodite is a more nuanced figure, embodying the complicated morality that comes from experiencing the erotic. Their purity, their power and magic -- they were infinitely more appealing than the matron goddesses like Hera, Demeter, and Aphrodite. Here the two maiden goddesses, Artemis and Athena, are playmates of Persephone in the flowery meadows of Nysa before she is carried off by Hades. She has the power to make anyone fall in love except for Hestia, Athena, and Artemis. In mythology he has an affair with Aphrodite. I hadn’t thought of where I am with regard to Artemis and Hecate and I am grateful that this has been articulated by you. On the Hill of Kolonos, Poseidon Hippios and Athena Hippia were worshipped together as deities related to horses (9). | Exciting new blog ». as the mountains sing praises. The two friends loved to hunt together. My children and their families live close by, but we didn’t get together for Thanksgiving and Christmas looks doubtful. Our governments could have honored Mother Nature and followed the advice of medical experts. You were there for me when I wrote “Wild Nights” which I have yet to offer to the world in a digestible form. You are my inspiration and spurs! Friends. Since no one's here to see us, we shall bathe." Grew to a glowing circle nine times over, For after spending three months gathering up and editing poems for my second collection, Athena two weeks ago, instructed me to gather my Animus Diet and Divine Hermaphrodite essays in order to, not only write a new lengthy post/poem, but then magically turn them into a new book … all by springtime! One aspect of Artemis that is not commonly known is Her association with dancing and music. All this space where I feel safe and protected in the forest. There is always so much sadness to hold, especially now, and giving it over to the lunar goddesses allows me to let go and breathe more deeply. Callisto was also a cool character in the Marvel comics I used to read as a kid. They’re very close and will merge visually on December 21. He had his way I suppose in the world of the Greeks, a world where rape was viewed in some ways as a political act and a fact of life, the division between virgin and matron was more pronounced and needed to be fiercely defended. It feels safest to ask him to stay home, put up a few Solstice/Christmas lights, and be grateful I’m not sick and a vaccine is coming in the future. I don’t imagine myself becoming conflict-free–as I once thought was possible. Turning my personal conflicts into mythology — or, to say it the other way around, finding the myths that describe my conflicts — is, along with reflecting on my dreams, the way it works best for me. Athena was the goddess of wisdom and combat. With Athena, we have the stories of Medusa and of Arachne (thoght this is a different case, and more of a hubris tale). Athena is the Greek goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilization, philosophy, justice, law, mathematics, strength, arts, crafts, skill and reason. Artemis, in Greek religion, the goddess of wild animals, the hunt, and vegetation and of chastity and childbirth; she was identified by the Romans with Diana.Artemis was the daughter of Zeus and Leto and the twin sister of Apollo.Among the rural populace, Artemis was the favourite goddess. Almost forgot her painted sheaf of arrows, But Zeus takes pity on them and puts mother and son in the heavens, where they become Ursa major and Ursa minor. Question: does/can Hestia, Artemis, and Athena have children Question / Discusssion I know they are all virgin goddess but I just wanted to ask because some of my friends said they did but I’m not too sure and looking it up to research hasn’t been giving me luck. That were her witnesses and as she walked -Athena turned the weaver Arachne into a spider after the mortal woman insulted Athena and the Olympian gods. Athena the Brain is the first book of the Goddess Girls series, released on April 6, 2010. Diana with her troop of girls Here the two maiden goddesses, Artemis and Athena, are playmates of Persephone in the flowery meadows of Nysa before she is carried off by Hades. Athena and Artemis were the two virgin daughters of Zeus in the Greek pantheon. a luminous world. 0 … Make offerings to me, the waning moon at the crossroads of life and death. The ICU beds are nearly full in his area and covid is raging. Her friends included Selene, Hippolytus, The Nymphs, and Chiron. Athena invented the olive tree and gave it to the city. Athena, on the other hand, did not really mind. I feel for friends who have put out new books during this time or others who have started new businesses. Son of Zeus, brother of Athena, Artemis and Apollo. A great loss to the arts community … so this gives me more to ponder and digest and value the small things that bring so much. Aphrodite had many friends and enemies. She stood aside till they undressed her; even Take me to the forest.”. Oh, Elaine, this post is so beautifully written, and I love not only reading it, but also the responses from the poets who so faithfully follow you. -Athena was known to guide men in battle. In pure synchronicity I’m writing from my own sick bed where I’ve spent a few days now exhausted and recovering from heavy cold symptoms and sinusitis, unlike your dear friend whose life is waning. Through this whole ordeal, nature seems unaffected, and I’m so grateful that the birdie at the feeder cheer you. Last night had clear skies for a while, so I got a glimpse of the Saturn-Jupiter conjunction. Or Diana Jove, but when her dearest Her flushed face When I was a girl, I was all Athena like my mother. No spurs, Deborah. One day, Tiresias encountered a naked Athena as she took a bath. of being, knowing where to find the teabags and what to resume. Artemis 2 There is so much sadness–more and more as I/we get older. “Honor Artemis, the crescent moon, as she watches over the forest. In that green shade, I learned it is not a waste of time to watch a sunset or spend time in nature. I like imagining that Hecate will guide us to Sophia with her torches lighting the path. They are still, in a way, childlike, with a child's narcissism and black-and-white thinking. She would have seen ten hundred ways the girl All three jump off their thrones and quickly walk out with Percy. In Seppo Sakari Telenius' novel manuscript (1992), published as Auringolla ratsastajat (Riders on the Sun) [Goddess Artemis Ltd., 1995 and 1996.Books on Demand GmbH, 2011. familiar, nothing special, ... Athena. She is one of three virgin goddesses; the other two were Hestia and Artemis. She is a war goddess, after all, but don’t we have enough of that? Her symbols were the owl and the olive tree. Artemis, Athena, Hestia come", Percy orders. as did Fred: Athena with her hard and clear deadlines, Artemis naturally resisting and Hecate showing us a third way. Artemis is a master archer and carries in her arsenal mystical arrows of various properties. Ancient Greeks held the belief that the goddess Artemis was the one in charge of wild animals, greenery, and the moon. Artemis can also cast spells that enable her to send plagues and also transform her shape and form to appear as another person, an animal, or an object. As I've gotten older, though, I find myself feeling less drawn to them. Or take the road past And the miracles and mercy of “just physical.” I get excited every clear night here when I can see Jupiter and Saturn moving closer and closer together. Artemis/Athena (Hellenistic Religion & Lore) Artemis/Athena; Artemis (Hellenistic Religion & Lore) Athena (Hellenistic Religion & Lore) Trojan War; Summary. He gives a context for what we’re going through at this time of paradigm shift: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RTpTo1ZMEc Tarnas has a unique perspective that gives me hope. The god of the moon had some friends and several foes. to where welcome awaits you. You two just wait. Apollo: god of music. Her words are very wise, indeed: “Forgive yourself for doubt and inner struggle when there’s no clear path ahead….Let the lunar goddesses guide you through the pandemic night.”, Thank you for sharing them here. In one version of the story of Athena's birth, Zeus swallowed the goddess of deep thought, Metis, in order to prevent the fulfillment of a prophesy that Metis would bear a son who would depose Zeus. Who were Athena's (the greek goddess') friends? In sisterhood and in soul, Deborah. Athena had many half-siblings some of which are Apollo, Artemis, Hera, etc. She is Zeus's favorite daughter and has taken part in many different games, stories and legends throughout the ages. Thank you so much for helping me make more sense of what’s been going on for me too! Her friends include Helen of Troy, Paris, Melanion, and The Graces. It’s time to BE and remember what you know. Susan, any chance for rest and restoration–and refreshment–seems the right thing to do. Her friends include Helen of Troy, Paris, Melanion, and The Graces. let go. Be president of student council. that preparation, and completion are the same. In fact, even Ares feared her; and all Greek heroes asked her for help and advice. Friends: Odysseus Jason Perseus Heracles Nike. How hard it was not to show signs With all his children freed Cronus called for the titans to defeat them, thus began the Titan… The dogs insist and it’s another kind of meditation for me. She told Athena and Hera that they were not the true virgin goddess. She has the power to make anyone fall in love except for Hestia, Athena, and Artemis. but sense that should I act It was a reminder of what matters which is day-to-day peace, gratitude, and honoring the gift of life. Poseidon invented the horse and presented it to the city. Because of this, she was also worshipped as a goddess of childbirth. It resonates wonderfully for me to turn my personal conflict into goddess mythology. PARENTAGE: Artemis is far too old a Goddess to be a daughter of Zeus, as Ancient Greek writers liked to claim. Came winding round the sides of Maenalus, The two friends loved to hunt together. Callisto let down her guard and Zeus raped her. Deborah gave words to what I was feeling: Achieve, achieve, achieve. Athena won the city's vote as patron goddess in large part because of her gift, the olive tree. Artemis is the protector of young girls and forest animals. Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates. Aphrodite Callipygos is the goddess of love, beauty and the feminine ideal. You probably know his book ‘The Passion of the Western Mind.’ He taught at California Institute of Integral Studies and is a gifted mythologist, astrologer, and philosopher. Artemis is my Goddess now.”, Hecate, William Blake, 1795, Creative Commons. The girl walked slowly with her eyes “Let me rest in nature. One of Artemis' best friends was the giant hunter Orion. Aphrodite and Artemis were also meant to be room-mates but Aphrodite couldn't stand Artemis… It was something about how the goal of therapy is to develop the soul and a sense of imagination. And with these words the goddess banished her. Others are not doing well and many haven’t survived this pandemic, plus there are more deaths ahead. The goddess Gaia, Mother Earth, heard the boast and sent a scorpion to kill Orion. Be safe and tuned. However, as I’m cosy down here in my rabbit hole, I think I’ll stay and leave with Persephone in the spring, or beyond. Name: Athena Species: Cat Location: Best Friends Animal Society Houston, Houston, TX Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Learn more. Friends. He appears in many different games, most notably the God of War series. Monthly Update Edit. I also appreciate your writing and love of mythology and Jung. I did, however, adopt a son named Erichthonius. I am imagining a ritual where I can thank Athena for all she pushed me to do (and for her willingness to step in when necessary, while also making offerings to Hecate. Apollo: god of music. Aphrodite and Artemis were also meant to be room-mates but Aphrodite couldn't stand Artemis… as if it were true, I’m so pleased to hear that you’re feeling better Elaine and listening to Artemis who loves you and cannot bear to see you, Her beloved child in pain. Callisto was one of Artemis's best friends. 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