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Aphrodite is an ancient Greek goddess, a symbol of love, beauty, pleasure and passion. She is one of the twelve Olympian gods and occupies a central place in ancient Greek mythology. Key characteristics and myths Origin: According to the most famous legend (from Hesiod), she was born from sea foam off the island of Cyprus after Cronus castrated her father Uranus and threw his organs into the sea. Her name literally means "born of foam". Roman equivalent: In Roman mythology, she is identified with the goddess Venus. Family and relationships: Although married to the lame blacksmith god Hephaestus, she had numerous affairs, the most famous of which was with the god of war Ares. Her children are Eros (the god of love), Harmonia, Phobos and Deimos. Symbols: Her sacred animals are the dove, the swan and the sparrow, and of the plants - the rose and the myrtle. She is often depicted with a golden apple or a magic belt that makes anyone fall in love with her. Mysterious World Mysterious World Role in Culture Aphrodite has inspired countless works of art. One of the most famous depictions is Praxiteles' sculpture "Aphrodite of Cnidus" - the first statue depicting the goddess nude in full growth. She also played a key role in the events leading up to the Trojan War, after winning a beauty contest (Paris awarded her the golden apple). In the modern context, Aphrodite is often seen as an alchemical archetype of the creative woman and the power of attraction.
