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Goddess Symbols
and Sacred Objects
of Artemis
Goddess symbols, individualized for each goddess, were incorporated into the worship of
the ancient goddesses, were often worn as jewelry, and also used in the household decor as
talismans to seek the goddesses special gifts, blessings, or protection. A large
number of goddess symbols have survived in statuary and other works of art.
Many of the goddess symbols come from the legends
surrounding a specific goddess and were "characters" in her story. Other goddess symbols were derived
from the rituals used in the ancient rites of worship of these pagan goddesses.
Artemis (also known as the goddess Diana) is
often represented by the new moon and by symbols associated with her fierce and
adventurous, yet distinctly feminine, nature. It is hardly surprizing that many of
our ikons representing feminine strength and the passionate embrace of causes are
derived from the ancient goddess symbols of Artemis.
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Goddess Symbols of Artemis
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| General: |
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Crescent moon (new moon), bow and arrow, sandals, clouds, three pillars, and blue
sky. |
| Animals: |
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Dogs, guinea
fowl, elephant, horses, bear, dove, deer,
and bee.
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| Plants: |
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Anemones,
flowering almond, hazel, ranunculus, honeysuckle, thistle, laurel, and fir tree.
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| Perfumes/Scents: |
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Jasmine,
aloe, ginseng, lemon verbena, and camphor
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| Gems
and Metals: |
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Moonstone,
pearl, quartz, crystal, silver, turquoise, iron, aluminum, and diamonds.
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| Colors: |
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Silver,
white, red, green, and turquoise
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Be sure to read the stories and see the goddess symbols that follow
them. |
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Read the Stories of the Goddesses
Return To Goddess Gift
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