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One of the myths surrounding the founding of Athens, had Athena and Poseidon competing to become the patron deity of Athens, which had yet to be named at the time. Eventually in they both agreed to bestow upon the young city one gift each, and would allow the Athenians to choose the gift they preferred. The winner would become the patron deity of Athens. Poseidon bestowed them a salt water spring, giving them the means of trade and water, while Athena offered them the first domesticated olive tree, which provided them with wood, oil and food. The Athenians under the rule of King Cecrops would ultimately choose the olive tree and therefore the patronage of Athena.
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What is the connection between Athens and Athena?
The connection between Athens and Athena is, Athena is the protector god of Athens. The King of Athens, Cecrops, needs a protector god over Athens. Athena was chosen because Athena grew an olive tree, the olive tree was fundamental to the Athenian economy.
What temple in Athens was dedicated to the god Athena?
The Parthenon on the Acropolis in Athens.
Where is the god Athena from and where can she be found?
Athena was born in Athens and she is dead so she cannot be found.
When did Athena become a goodess?
when did athena become a greek god
Who hated Athena?
Ares is known to have despised Athena. Also Poseidon fought Athena to be the guardian god of Athens.
Who won the contest to become the patron god of Athens?
Athena.
What is the connection between Athens and Athena?
The connection between Athens and Athena is, Athena is the protector god of Athens. The King of Athens, Cecrops, needs a protector god over Athens. Athena was chosen because Athena grew an olive tree, the olive tree was fundamental to the Athenian economy.
Who was the guardian of capital city Athens?
Do you mean the patron god? Because the god is Athena, goddess of wisdom and crafts.
What temple in Athens was dedicated to the god Athena?
The Parthenon on the Acropolis in Athens.
What greek god is the Parthenon a tribute to?
The Parthenon was dedicated to the goddess Athena, protecter of Athens!
Athens is named after Athena who was Athenaand what did she do?
Athena was the goddess of wisdom and battle. Athens was named after Athena when she beat poseidon (god of the sea) at a challenge for the city.
Why should you remember Athena?
she was the main god of Athens
Which city is named after greek god Athena?
Athens.
Where is the god Athena from and where can she be found?
Athena was born in Athens and she is dead so she cannot be found.
When did Athena become a goodess?
when did athena become a greek god
Who hated Athena?
Ares is known to have despised Athena. Also Poseidon fought Athena to be the guardian god of Athens.
What Greek god was the protector of Athens city?
The patron of the city of Athens was the godess Athena (Αθηνά in greek).
