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Random Goddesses.

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Random Goddesses

Symbolically decide one’s life The FATES Symbolically decide one’s life Clotho = spinner/twister of thread (usually depicted as young) = creates one’s life Lachesis = decider of direction (sometimes depicted as middle-aged) = choose life’s paths Atropos = cutter (sometimes depicted as old) = ends one’s life

She is the spirit of Divine Retribution; she relentlessly & remorselessly goes after those who have been insolent to the gods, esp. those who display HUBRIS (supreme arrogance) NEMESIS

The 3 Graces These goddesses bring grace and beauty everywhere, and no party was complete without them. They are the GRACE of Splendor & Radiance the GRACE of Joy & Mirth the GRACE of Good Cheer

Love Poetry / Choral Singing The 9 Muses There was a muse for Epic Poetry History Love Poetry / Choral Singing Song & Elegaic Poetry Tragedy Comedy Hymns to gods Dancing Astronomy These goddesses handled artistic endeavors. They supposedly inspired the artist who could then create wonderful masterpieces. Most epic poems begin with a call to the muse to inspire the poet.