Athena was the goddess of war, wisdom, and the practical arts
Athena's Unordinary Birth
Her parents were Zeus and Metis. Zeus had heard a prophecy that the child Metis would give birth to, would become the lord of heaven, so to prevent this from happening he swallowed Metis while she was still pregnant with Athena. When the time came for Athena to be born Hephaestus cracked Zeus head open, and out came Athena, in full armor.
Athena's Wisdom
She had many wisdom that even the great Greek hero, Hercules used. She is known for her strategic skills in warfare and knowledge.
Favorite child of Zeus
Despite the fact that Athena's birth required Zeus skull to be cracked, She was his favorite child and daughter. He shared the thunderbolt and aegis with her.
Fun Facts
- She never got married - The owl and snake were sacred to her - was also goddess wisdom and cunning intelligence. - Parton deity of Athens - She is often shown wearing a helmet an carrying a Aegis