Metaphysical Properties

In Greek mythology, Hera is the goddess of marriage, women, and childbirth. Her name means "protectress". 

Hera's roles and responsibilities 

• She protected women, especially during childbirth

• She protected marriages

• She was a role model for women as a loyal wife

• She protected women from men, especially if they were victims of abuse

• She protected cities like Sparta, Mycenae, Argos, and Samos

Hera's powers 

• She could prolong or shorten childbirth

• She could make a marriage succeed or fail

• She could shapeshift into animals, including peacocks, cows, and lions

• She had superhuman strength, speed, and invisibility

Hera's symbols

• The pomegranate, which is a nod to her being the goddess of fertility 

• The lily flower, a symbol of purity 

• The cuckoo, which denotes Zeus's devotion and his love for Hera 

• The peacock, which represents her immortality and beauty 

• The cow, which she chose because it is known to nurture 

Hera's other attributes

• She is often shown as a majestic young married woman 

• She is often depicted as a beautiful woman wearing a crown and holding a royal, lotus-tipped sceptre 

In Roman mythology, Hera is associated with Juno.