Hera is the Greek goddess of marriage, women, and family, and the protector of women during childbirth. She is the queen of the twelve Olympians and Mount Olympus, sister and wife of Zeus, and daughter of the Titans Cronus and Rhea. Some of her symbols include:
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Crown: Hera is often depicted wearing a golden diadem, which represents her royal authority over the other Olympian gods residing on Mount Olympus.
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Lotus-staff: This is one of Heras attributes, which she is often depicted holding. It is a staff with a lotus flower at the top.
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Cuckoo: The cuckoo is a symbol of Zeus love for Hera because Zeus was disguised in a cuckoo when he conquered her.
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Peacock: Peacocks represent power, strength, divinity, honor, integrity, royalty, and confidence, all of which are the characteristics of Hera. Heras chariot is also drawn by peacocks.
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Pomegranate: This is a symbol of fertility, which falls into Heras domain as the goddess of marriage and childbirth.
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Scepter: The royal scepter represents Heras power as queen. After all, Hera rules over the Heavens with her husband Zeus.
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Lilies: Lilies are one of Heras minor symbols.
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Cow: In ancient cultures, cows were also symbols of abundance, nurturing, and motherhood, tying in with Heras role as the goddess of women and childbirth.
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Orange tree, apple tree, salix (willow), fig, and myrrh: These are some of Heras minor symbols.
Hera is often depicted as a regal and powerful figure, but she is also known for her jealous and vengeful nature. Despite her complex personality and tendency to seek revenge, Hera is also a patron goddess of marriage and family, and she was often honored in ancient Greek society with temples and festivals.