Athena is a goddess in Greek mythology, recognized as the goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilization, law and justice, strategic warfare, mathematics, strength, strategy, the arts, crafts, and skill.
Athena is often depicted with an owl, her sacred animal that symbolizes wisdom. That's why in modern literature and art, an owl often represents wisdom as a reference to Athena.
She is the daughter of Zeus and Metis. According to the myth, Zeus swallowed Metis while she was pregnant with Athena, and later, Athena sprang fully grown and armored from Zeus's forehead, which is symbolic of her intellect and wisdom.
Athena is one of the twelve Olympian deities and is considered one of the three virgin goddesses, known as the maiden, Parthenos. The Parthenon, the most famous historical site in Athens, was dedicated to Athena Parthenos.
Athena is also associated with handicrafts, especially spinning and weaving. Arachne's transformation into a spider, for example, is a well-known myth associated with Athena and weaving.
Athena is also associated with the concept of justice. She served as judge during the trial of Orestes, a legendary figure who killed his mother to avenge his father's death.
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