Is Athena Named After Athens, or Vice Versa? - Tales of Times Forgotten
In ancient times, the people of the Greek city-state of Athens regarded the goddess Athena as their patron. The special relationship between the goddess and the city is reflected in their shared name, and, naturally, many people have assumed that the Athenians named their city in honor of Athena. Startlingly, however, historical and linguistic evidence … Continue reading "Is Athena Named After Athens, or Vice Versa?"| Tales of Times Forgotten
