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In the Harry Potter book series, there is a professor named Minerva McGonagall. Her first name, Minerva, is said to be an alternate name for the Greek goddess Athena.

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from the movie "Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief"

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Meet Athena - Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief

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This video that we took from YouTube explains basic and intricate details about our chosen character, Athena. It tells us of Athena's position in Greek mythology and her influences on those around her. Furthermore, the video describes to us stories of special events and happenings that Athena faced as a Greek goddess.

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What are Athena's symbols, and what does she symbolize in Greek mythology?

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What are Athena's symbols, and what does she symbolize in Greek mythology?

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Athena is the goddess of wisdom, courage, warfare, and more. Her symbols include: the shield, helmet, owl, olive tree, and spear. She achieved these symbols because of her vast knowledge in regards to combat and leadership. Athena is known as a very wise and rational goddess, and therefore, a major figure in Greek mythology.

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How was Athena born? How does this event symbolize the goddess?

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How was Athena born? How does this event symbolize the goddess?

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Athena experienced a very unusual birth. Her father, Zeus had chased her mother, Metis, relentlessly until she finally gave in. The Oracle of Gaea prophesied that their first born would be a girl, while the second would be a son that would overthrow him. Taking precautions, Zeus put his wife at ease then swallowed her. After time passed, Zeus began to experience a horrible headache and howled so loudly that it could be heard throughout Earth. To cure the god's headache, Hermes directed Hephaestus to split open Zeus's skull. With his head cut open, Athena popped out full grown and wearing a suit of armor.

Many parts of Athena's unique birth indicate her future self. For example, Zeus's brain symbolizes the brightness and cleverness the goddess displays. Due to the manner of the goddess's birth, Athena possesses a dominion over all things intellect, giving her the rightful position as goddess of wisdom. Additionally, the armor Athena wore at birth represents her military strength. Smaller symbols mentioned at her birth include Metis, who stands for Athena's persistence and bravery; Zeus, who symbolizes the goddess's great power; and the massive headache and howl of Zeus that represents Athena's widespread influence and ability to affect others.

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What influence does Athena have in Greek mythology?

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What influence does Athena have in Greek mythology?

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One of Athena's most important titles in Greek mythology is the patron goddess of crafts. She created many useful tools for the Greeks to utilize, such as: the vase, horse bridle, chariot, potter's wheel, and ship. Athena also promoted civilization by teaching Greek farmers to grow crops, and women to spin and weave. Athena was a role model for the Greeks because of her great wisdom and knowledge. Because of Athena's work, Athens adopted trail by jury.

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