Hestia Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Hestia?
A
She was the goddess of the home and hearth, the fireplace kept in the home
2
Q
Why was Hestia vital in the survival of the Greeks?
A
They were a civilisation without electricity and central heating, so every sacrifice that took place in the home started with an offering to her.
3
Q
What did her fire come to be?
A
A symbol of the security of the city
4
Q
How was Hestia often represented?
A
With a veiled head
5
Q
Why would a city often have a fire lit?
A
It was used as a symbol of power
