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DEMETER

The goddess of agriculture and fertility

Demeter is the daughter of Kronos and Rhea and is therefore one of the twelve Olympian gods of ancient Greece. She is the sister of gods such as Zeus, Poseidon and Hades.

One of her most famous stories is about her daughter Persephone. Persephone was kidnapped by Hades, god of the underworld, and Demeter wandered the world in desperation to find her. During this time the earth suffered from winter and drought. This story symbolically explains the seasons.

Your name and its meaning

The name "Demeter" can be etymologically traced back to the ancient Greek word "de" (earth) and "meter" (mother). Therefore, Demeter is often translated or interpreted as "Mother Earth". This name reflects her role as a goddess of agriculture, fertility and harvest, as she was seen as a protector and guardian of the earth and its fruits.

Demeter and Triptolemus

In some versions of the mythology, it is said that after Persephone returned from the underworld, Demeter took Triptolemus, the young prince of Eleusis, under her care. She taught him the secrets of farming and gave him a magical chariot with winged serpents in which he could fly over the earth to teach people how to grow crops.

Demeter and Lambe

During her search for Persephone, Demeter visited Iambe's house. Iambe made Demeter laugh through humorous jokes and jokes, which helped ease her grief. This encounter illustrates the human ability to find joy even in times of sadness.

"Grief seized her, and she wore black robes, her hair flowing in long strands over her shoulders. Not a foot trod the earth without it transforming it with darkness and dryness."

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