Eirene was the Greek goddess who personified peace. Pronounced: IE-reen, Derived from Greek eirene meaning "peace". The goddess Eirene was named Pax in Roman mythology and honored during the rule of the Roman Emperor Augustus (Octavilian) About the time of the birth of Christ Eirene had a festival on January 3. and temples Ara Pacis, and another on the Forum Pacis.
Eirene was the personification of peace and wealth and was depicted in art as a beautiful young woman carrying a cornucopia, Horn of Plenty scepter and torch or sometimes olive branches and scepter.
Zeus and Themis bore the daughter Eirene who as a blooming flower, grows Peace among man and watch over the works of mortal men. Eirene was a source of inspiration for ancient artists, writers, and poets.
Zeus and Themis also bore her sisters Lawfulness (Eunomia) and Justice (Dike) and the Seasons. Eirene was also one of goddesses who are collectively called the Horae or Seasons.
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