Today we present the legend of Nike, the Griga Goddess Of Victory. Learn about her powers, adventures, myths and relationships.Table of ContentsNike, Greek GoddessChief charioteerMythology Of Nike The Goddess Of VictoryRepresentationThe temple of Athena Nike a small shrine dedicated to victoryContemporary useOrphic Hymn 33 to Nike the Goddess of VictoryNike, Greek GoddessNike the goddess of victory, was the personification of the ideal of victory. Such personifications of ideal terms were common in ancient Greek culture; other examples include Wisdom, Knowledge, and Justice. Unlike other gods in the Greek pantheon, these personifying deities did not usually have human personalities and histories.For this reason, little is said about Nike in Greek culture beyond that his mother was Styx (daughter of Ocean) and his father was Pallas, the Titan. She had three sisters, also personified divinities: Zelus (rivalry), Cratos (supremacy), and Bia (strength) who, with this goddess, were always s...
