I just posted part three, but, for missing two days in a row, I will post twice.
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Hera:
Roman name: Juno. Hera is the queen of the gods and is the wife (and sister) of Zeus. She is the goddess of marriage and birth. Despite this, she was known to be vengeful towards many lovers and offspring of her husband, Zeus. Her children include: Ares, Enyo, Hebe, Eileithyia, and Hepha. She was also known as the Queen of Heaven. She had the ability to bless and curse. She is known for her jealousy. Even Zeus, known for his fearlessness, feared her rages. Her symbols include Royal Sceptre, the Diadem, the peacock, lion, panther, and lotus. She was so ancient, she possibly predated even Zeus. Unlike Zeus, she is one of the few gods/goddesses that remained faithful to her spouse. The reason for her marriage with her brother, Zeus, was to cover up her shame for him raping her. Their marriage symbolizes wholeness and individuality. She created all of her children without the help of Zeus. She was extremely jealous, and often disfigured, ridiculed, hated, and made trouble for Zeus’ other children. She is often considered the most beautiful of all the Olympians. She hated Hercules, because the seed of Zeus flowed in his veins more than any other child Zeus had with another woman. She supported the Greeks during the Trojan War.
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