Hebe's Role In Greek Mythology

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Ever wonder who the goddess of youth is? She has the power to make herself young and attractive forever! One of her many capabilities includes relinquishing old age and restoring anyone's youthfulness. Her name is Hebe. In part of being a goddess, she has multiple myths surrounding her life! Greek gods and goddess' occasionally marry their siblings, because of this, all of the Greek gods and goddess' are connected. Visualize being married to your brother or sister! Even though Hebe is not the most popular she definitely the best and most talented goddess or them all! Myths are of major importance when learning about Greek Mythology! According to greekmythology.com, one of the gods asked Hebe to make them young "Hebe was reluctant initially,

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