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before the city of Athens was named, Poseidon and Athena wanted it to be named after them so the had a competition of who could give to better gift. Poseidon gave a spring but the water was too salty. Athena gave an olive tree they thought this was the best because it gave shade wood and food.
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What is Greek for Athena?
the greek name for Athena is Athena or Athene.
Who was Athena's consort?
Athena did not have a consort. That is why she is called Athena the Virgin.
What nicknames does Athena Stamos go by?
Athena Stamos's birth name is Athena Ariella Stamos.
What is the famous temple to Athena in the Acropolis?
The Parthenon, dedicated to Athena Parthenos = Athena virgin.
Who carved the statue of Athena?
The Athena Parthenos and the Athena Promachos were made byPhidias.
Is the giver married in the book the giver.?
In the book "The Giver" by Lois Lowry, the protagonist, the Giver, is not explicitly mentioned as being married. The focus of the story is primarily on the relationship between the Giver and Jonas, the main character.
Who is stronger the phoenix or Athena?
Athena
What was Athena's actions?
what is athena actions
Was Athena in love?
Athena had no lover.
Who is older Athena or Aphrodite?
Athena
Who was older Athena or Hercules?
Athena.
How did Athena get the nickname Pallas Athena?
Athena and her companion Pallas were sparring with spears, when Athena accidently killed Pallas. As a sign of mourning for her lost friend, Athena placed Pallas' name in front of her ownher own: Pallas Athena.
