Visual Guide to Ancient Roman Gods & Heroes (Image Gallery) p. 4

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by Arienne King
published on 17 September 2020

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Minerva

by Mark Cartwright
published on 07 January 2014

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Minerva was the virgin goddess of warfare, strategy and crafts, the Roman counterpart to Athena. Less violent than the war god Mars, Minerva was strongly associated with the strategic element of Roman warfare. She was often depicted wearing her characteristic helmet and carrying a spear.
Pictured: A 2nd-century CE marble statue of Minerva. (Capitoline Museums, Rome)

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