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Pallas Athena, also known as Minerva, was the famous goddess of wisdom and war craft. She was born of Zeus only—she sprang out of his head fully clothed in adult form. Among the Greeks, she was one of the most popular goddesses. Symbols: The owl is the official bird of Athena. The olive tree is a tree is her symbol. When she and Poseidon were fighting over who would get the city ofAthens, they decided that each of them would give the city a gift. Poseidon struck a rock and a spring of water came out, but the water was salty and of no use to the people. Athena, however, created an olive tree, which had many beneficial uses, and soAthens became Athena’s city. Traits Athena is a fierce goddess—she is often called “flashing eyes”. A fierce and brilliant strategist, she will stop at nothing to defend the heroes she protects. Athena is unfalteringly loyal. Also, her wisdom is renowned in all the myths. When she is not planning battle, she is known as the patron of artists and sculptors.

Top Five Ways to Tick Athena Off

5. Accomplish something great with her help and then forget to sacrifice to her
 * 1) Look at her when she’s taking a bath
 * 2) Boasting that you weave tapestries better than she can
 * 3) Messing with her heroes
 * 4) Taking credit for something //she// invented

Connections to modern day life

Although Athena is viewed by some as fierce and ruthless, she has many more qualities which are far more civil and calm. She is found as trustworthy and wise as shown in the creation of the olive tree. She outdid Poseidon after he struck the rock for a spring of water by creating the olive tree to keep her position as protector of Athens. She is also described as pure and cilviized, as she is the protector of civilized life, and handicrafts and agriculture. Some people who may be described as "Athena-Like" who are down to Earth and do their best by sometimes outdoing others.

Sources: Hamilton, Edith. //Mythology//. New York: Grand Central Publishing, 1942.

Pictures:  //Athena Promachos//. Web. [].

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