Hestia - Wikipedia In ancient Greek religion and mythology, Hestia ( ˈhɛstiə, ˈhɛstʃə ; Ancient Greek: Ἑστία, lit 'hearth, fireplace, altar') is the virgin goddess of the hearth and the home In myth, she is the firstborn child of the Titans Cronus and Rhea, and one of the Twelve Olympians
Hestia :: Greek Goddess of the Hearth Hestia is the Greek goddess of the hearth, one of the original Twelve Olympians Cronus ’ and Rhea ’s first-born child, she was pure and peaceful However, since she always had to stay at home, tending the fireplace, Hestia is not involved in many myths
Hestia • Facts and Information on Greek Goddess Hestia Hestia was the goddess of the hearth, home, architecture, domesticity, family, and the state She was one of only three virgin goddesses, next to Athena and Artemis
Hestia | Myth Powers | Britannica Hestia, in Greek religion, goddess of the hearth, daughter of Cronus and Rhea, and one of the 12 Olympian deities When the gods Apollo and Poseidon became suitors for her hand she swore to remain a maiden forever, whereupon Zeus, the king of the gods, bestowed upon her the honour of presiding over all sacrifices
HESTIA - Greek Goddess of Hearth Home (Roman Vesta) Hestia was the ancient Greek virgin goddess of the hearth (both private and municipal) and the home As the goddess of the family hearth she also presided over the cooking of bread and the preparation of the family meal
Hestia - World History Encyclopedia Hestia was the Greek virgin goddess of the hearth, home, and hospitality In Greek mythology, she is the eldest daughter of Cronus and Rhea In her role as a protector of the family and political community, sacrifices and offerings were regularly made to Hestia at the hearth within each private home and at the town or city 's public hearth
Greek Goddess Hestia – Birth, Symbols, Appearance, Powers Hestia is the ancient Greek goddess of the hearth and sacrificial flame Regarded as one of the three maiden goddesses in Greek mythology, Hestia was the daughter of Kronos (Cronos) and Rhea the King and Queen of the Greek Titans
Hestia: Greek Goddess of the Hearth and Home - History Cooperative Hestia is the uniquely sound-of-mind, passive, voice of reason in the popular pantheon of Greek mythology She is the sole attendant to the celestial hearth of the gods, and is held with high esteem amongst both the undying gods and mankind, being known as “Chief of the Goddesses ”
The Myths of Hestia: The Goddess of Hearth and Home on Mount Olympus In the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, Hestia stands out as a unique and significant figure As the goddess of the hearth and home, she embodies the warmth and stability that is essential to family life and community
Hestia | Mythology, Powers, and Facts About the Goddess of the Hearth . . . Hestia is one of the most revered deities in Ancient Greek mythology The Olympian goddess of the hearth and, home is central to domestic life and community well-being Like Artemis, Hestia is a virgin goddess The Romans worshiped her as Vesta