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There are many statues of ancient greek sculptures of Iris and other gods.

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Iris was seen as a beautiful young woman with golden wings.

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Goddess of the rainbow and messenger between the gods and humans.

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Her name contains a double meaning, being connected with both the Greek word iris "the rainbow" and eiris "messenger."

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Iris often carried a pitcher scooping up water from the ocean and carry it into the clouds to maintain them.

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Father of Iris, Thames, a sea god who wonders the sea.

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Iris was commonly portrayed as the personal messenger of Hera.

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Iris was described as soft-spoken, optimistic and faithful.

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Iris married Zephyrus, god of the west wind and the messenger of spring.

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Child of Iris and Zephryos, Pothos is a god of sexual longing , wearing and desire. One of the seven Erotes.

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Iris had other sisters whom were Harpies (Half Human, Half Bird) Aake and Ocypete.

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Iris was often seen leaving a rainbow in her wake wherever she flew and lighting her space with a radiant light.

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Iris was known to have golden wings but as a goddess she was able to change her appearances.

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Iris had wavy hair and rainbow earrings. She wore violet eye shadow and bright pink lipstick.

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During the tiranomachy (Titan Wars) Iris allied with the Olympian Gods, Zeus and his siblings becoming the official messenger.

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Iris would carry water from the River Styx to the gods in Olympus.

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The cloak worn in many images are sometimes reflecting the colors of the rainbow.

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Iris was a large role in poem "Argonautica." She stopped the harpies from agonizing the blind prophet Phineus.

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Iris had a strong role in births.

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Unlike other gods, Iris did not have a cult but was very respected for her role.

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Iris was very well respected as a messenger due to her loyalty.

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During festivals, Iris connection to rainbows and the heavens was celebrated in rituals and offerings.

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Till this day, Iris is still used in the context of colors in the rainbow and anatomy like the coloured section of your eye.

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Iris is one more many gods who is immortal. She continues to fulfil her role as a messenger.

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Iris is associated with bringing dreams, still serving as a messenger of the gods in sleep.

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Iris's wings symbolised her swiftness.

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Iris was involved in marriage ceremonies as a rainbow was seen as a symbol of union and harmony.

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The rainbow is described as a bridge of communication between gods and humans, this also reflects her role as a messenger.

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Iris cloak was said to help her stay invisible while she delivered messages.

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Because communication was a large role in Iris life, she was in many greek texts.