The goddess of marriage and family was also queen of the gods on Mount Olympus. Hera is associated with motherly elegant symbols like cows, peacocks, crowns, and scepters.
Hera was one of six children of the titans Cronus and Rhea. Although she was Zeus’s sister and wife, their relationship was tumultuous; she took a jealous, vengeful approach to his many lovers and children. Perhaps that’s where Ares-god of war and one of her sons-got his temper.
Many worshipped Hera. As the patron of marriage and a protector during childbirth, she was particularly loved by women. She also features prominently in many Greek myths. Ever heard of Hercules (Heracles in Greek)? She was one of his main enemies!
Her Roman mythology equivalent is Juno.
What was Hera the goddess of?