Introduction to Fortuna
Fortuna is the Roman goddess of luck, fate, and prosperity. Her role in Roman society was fundamental, influencing daily life, the success of harvests, as well as the destiny of individuals and the state. Derived from the Greek goddess Tyche, she represents both good fortune and misfortune.
Correspondence Table for Fortuna
| Planet | Jupiter |
| Day | Thursday |
| Number | 10 |
| Colors | Green, gold |
| Offerings | Incense, bergamot, gold |
Symbol and Appearance of Fortuna
Fortuna is often depicted as a woman holding a cornucopia, representing prosperity, or a rudder, marking her control over fate. She is sometimes shown standing on a globe, symbolizing the instability of fortune. In some representations, she is blindfolded, emphasizing that luck is blind and impartial.
Genealogy of Fortuna
Fortuna is traditionally described as the daughter of Jupiter (the supreme god of the Roman pantheon) and is sometimes associated with the Greek goddess Tyche, from whom she derives some of her attributes. Although primarily worshiped as an independent deity, she is also connected to other divine figures related to prosperity and destiny, such as Abondantia and Bonus Eventus.
