In Greek mythology, APHRODITE is reputed to be the goddess of love and beauty (among other things). She was fabled to be able to affect people’s looks, emotions, and how they were viewed by
others. According to many stories involving Aphrodite, her followers could appeal to her for aid in becoming more attractive or for assistance in romantic matters. These appeals would often need to involve some sort of sacrifice or performing some task to win the goddess’s favor and make her more amenable to granting the applicant’s wish…
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