Things You Didn't Know About Greek Mythology

By MindStick

Present-day Athens is Named after the Greek Goddess Athena

Aphrodisiacs are Related to the Greek Goddess Aphrodite

Atlas was the leader of the Titans in their war against the Olympian gods to determine who would control the heavens.

Hestia was a virgin goddess who vowed to serve Mount Olympus. Zeus granted her eternal virginity for her service of Mount Olympus.

The Olympic torch is symbolic of the importance of the fire of Hestia.

Asclepius is the Greek god of healing and medicine. He is seen holding the Rod of Asclepius, which is a rod entwined with a serpent snake.

Nike actually stems from the Greek goddess of victory, Nike.

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