Greek Mythology Lesson Day 1 - Aphrodite

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Who is Aphrodite?

Aphrodite is the Olympian goddess of love, beauty, sexual pleasure, and fertility. She is regularly attended by few of her children, the Erotes, who are capable of stirring up passion in both mortals and gods at the goddess’ will. 

What did she rule over?

Aphrodite ruled over the Love, the Beauty and the Procreation.

Where did Aphrodite live?

Her home was Mount Olympus.

How many children did Aphrodite have?

Aphrodite had 26 siblings: Aeacus, Angelos, Apollo, Ares, Artemis, Athena, Dionysus, Eileithyia, Enyo, Eris, Ersa, Hebe, Helen of Troy, Hephaestus, Heracles, Hermes, Minos, Pandia, Persephone, Perseus, Rhadamanthus, the Graces, the Horae, the Litae, the Muses and the Moirai.

Who were the consorts of Aphrodite?

Aphrodite's consorts were Hephaestus, Ares, Poseidon, Hermes, Dionysus, Adonis and Anchises.

What were the symbols of Aphrodite?

Aphrodite's symbols were the Dolphin, the Rose, the Scallop Shell, the Myrtle, the Dove, the Sparrow, the Girdle, the Mirror and the and Swan.

Which were the sacred plants of Aphrodite?

Aphrodite's sacred plants were the Myrtle and the Rose.

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Source: https://www.greekmythology.com/Olympians/Aphrodite/aphrodite.html