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Goddess Athena
Greek goddess of wisdom and strategic insight.
Athena is the Greek goddess of wisdom, strategic insight, craft, and just warfare — born, in myth, fully grown and armoured from the head of Zeus. Patron of the city of Athens, she embodies clear thinking, courage guided by reason, and skilful, principled action.
Her qualities. Wisdom and discernment, strategy and clear judgement, courage with restraint, and mastery of craft and skill. Her symbols are the owl (insight) and the olive branch (peace and civilization).
In practice. Practitioners may invoke Athena for wise counsel in difficult decisions, courage to face challenges thoughtfully, focus in study or craft, and strength tempered by reason rather than rashness.
Honouring Athena is a faith- and intention-based spiritual practice for wisdom and courage — offered for inspiration and reflection.
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