Artemis (goddess)

Artemis is an ancient Greek goddess associated with the moon, hunting, wilderness, and childbirth. She is a daughter of Zeus and Leto and the twin sister of Apollo. Artemis is often depicted as a youthful, archery-wielding figure, symbolizing independence, nature, and protection of wildlife. She embodies the ideal of chastity and is regarded as a guardian of young women and girls. As a powerful and revered deity, Artemis played a vital role in Greek religion, representing the untamed aspects of nature and the nurturing side of femininity.