Greek Mythology

The Classical Gods of Ancient Greece

HESTIA

Greek Hearth Goddess

Goddess of Hearths and Domesticity

Daughter of Cronus and Rhea.

With fire the only means of cooking and heating, she kindled a lot of respect. Hestia retained her virginity and became a re-born virgin when the Romans re-introduced her as Vesta.

Hestia Facts and Figures

Name: Hestia
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Female
Type: Goddess
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: the Hearth
Area of expertise: Hearth

Good/Evil Rating: NEUTRAL, may not care
Popularity index: 7080


Hestia Relationships

Father: Cronus
Mother: Rhea

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Article last revised on September 06, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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