Greek and Roman Mythology: The Olympians: Hera
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Hera was considered the queen of Olympus. She was also considered the patroness of marriage.
It is important to note that Hera was an ancient goddess, the existed many years before the time of the Olympian gods.
Her cult was so strong that those from the north made Hera the consort of Zeus and integrated her into their pantheon.
Although married to Zeus, their marriage was an all but faithful and happy one. Their relationship was full of many
quarrels and infidelities on the part of Zeus. This often turned Hera into a vengeful woman, that was out to get
revenge on anyone available.
Pronunciation: HEE-ruh
Depicted: Hera was usually depicted as a young woman that was of a sort of regal beauty. She was frequently pictured wearing a high cylindrical crown. Other depictions have her fully armed and wearing a shin cloak.
Origin: Pre-Hellenic and was goddess of the sky
Father: Cronus
Mother: Rhea
Husband: Zeus
Children: Ares, Hebe, Hephaestus, Eileithya
Roman Name: Juno
Animals: Cow, Peacock, Cuckoo
Fruits: Apple, Pomegranate
Symbols: Sceptre, Diadem
Festival: Matronalia
Cult Center: Argos, Samos
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