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Hecate In Greek Mythology
Throughout Greek mythology, Hecate was often portrayed as having multiple forms and was recognized as several other goddesses. This could be due to her reign over the land, sea, and sky, an honor that belongs to no other god. Hecate was granted her widespread power over the elements by Zeus, the king of the Gods. According to Hesiod, a renowned Greek poet, Zeus “honored (Hecate) above all”(Hesiod 411). Her extensive power leads her to primarily be associated with the moon goddess Artemis, the earth goddess and queen of the underworld Persephone, and the sea goddess Ceto.

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