Attributes
Diana is the goddess of hunting, nature, the moon, and femininity. She is revered in Wicca for her close connection to nature and lunar magic, representing feminine strength and a deep connection with natural cycles.
Correspondence table
| Stones | Moon, Selenite |
| Planets | Moon (for its association with nature, femininity, and lunar cycles) |
| Day | Monday (day associated with the Moon) |
| Related deities | Artemis (Greek goddess associated with hunting, nature, and the moon) |
| Creatures | Deer, Dog |
| Plants | Lily of the valley (flower associated with spring and femininity), Honeysuckle (plant associated with the moon and love) |
| Signs | Cancer (for its association with emotion, femininity, and sensitivity) |
| Direction | Northeast (associated with freshness, purity, and the moon in some traditions) |
| Sabbaths | Not applicable |
Symbols and appearances
Diana is often depicted as an elegant woman carrying a bow and arrows, symbols of her mastery of hunting. Her connection to the moon is sometimes symbolized by a crown of lunar crescents or by being accompanied by wolves, animals associated with the moon and magic.
Genealogy
| Parents | Jupiter, Latona |
| Brothers and sisters | Apollo |
Myths
In Roman mythology, Diana was the twin sister of Apollo and the daughter of Jupiter and Latona. She was known for her virginity, her skill in hunting, and her role as protector of women and children. Her cult was widespread in the Roman Empire, where she was worshiped as a protective goddess of the wild nature and animals.
Spiritual message
Diana embodies the beauty of nature, ethical hunting, and the power of femininity. Her presence reminds us of the importance of connecting with nature and harmonizing with the lunar cycles. She invites us to honor our animal instinct and find balance between our inner strength and compassion for all forms of life.
