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Athena is the Greek goddess of wisdom, battle strategy, war, and practical reason. Unlike many Greek gods, Athena was not born in the usual way. "Accordingly, when Metis was pregnant, [Zeus] swallowed her and Athena was born from Zeus’ head, wearing armor and fully grown.” She is the inspiration for the creation of the Athena Parthenos, a gold and ivory statue that portrays her wearing body armor and a helmet while holding a shield and a spear. Athena is largely associated with the city of Athens which was named in honor of her after she gifted the people of Attica an olive tree, a symbol of peace, and was chosen as their deity.

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Athena is the patron goddess of Odysseus and his family, as she protects and helps Odysseus countless times throughout the book. She is fond of his wisdom and cunning nature, as she is the goddess of wisdom. Athena intervenes whenever Odysseus needs her help or when he is in danger. “Athena transforms the appearance of Odysseus when he lands in the land of the Phaecians in order to win the favour from Nausicaa, the daughter of Alcinous, the king of the Phaecians as well as helping him upon his return to Ithaca.” Athena also feels a sense of responsibility over his son as well, guiding his son later on. Her actions of protection and kindness win Odysseus over, him showing respect and loyalty towards her.

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Athena represents wisdom as she is the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts. With her wisdom, she is regarded as one of the most helpful gods helping humans any way she could, when she found them favorable. Athena guides many with her wisdom such as helping them escape from a tricky situation or guiding warriors in battle with her excellent battle expertise.

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Athena: The Goddess of Wisdom - The Olympians - Greek Mythology - See U in History