Astraeia

/æsˈtreɪə/ proper noun

Definition

The Greek goddess of justice and innocence, also known as Astraea or Astria, who abandoned Earth during the Bronze Age.

Etymology

From Greek 'astraios' (relating to stars) or 'astron' (star), possibly referring to her connection with justice shining like a star, or to constellations associated with her story.

Kelly Says

Astraeia represents a bittersweet story—she was the last goddess to leave Earth during humanity's decline into vice, making her a symbol of lost innocence that Renaissance poets loved referencing!

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