Athena Alea

Alea (Greek: Ἀλέα) was an epithet of the Greek goddess Athena, prominent in Arcadian mythology, under which she was worshiped at Alea, Mantineia and Tegea. Alea was initially an independent goddess, but was eventually assimilated with Athena. The priestess of Athena Alea at Tegea was always a maiden, who held her office only until she reached the age of puberty. On the road from Sparta to Therapne there was likewise a statue of Athena Alea.

Athena Alea

Alea (Greek: Ἀλέα) was an epithet of the Greek goddess Athena, prominent in Arcadian mythology, under which she was worshiped at Alea, Mantineia and Tegea. Alea was initially an independent goddess, but was eventually assimilated with Athena. The priestess of Athena Alea at Tegea was always a maiden, who held her office only until she reached the age of puberty. On the road from Sparta to Therapne there was likewise a statue of Athena Alea.