1. Hecate
By: Aunyae Gustus
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2. Background Information
A Greek goddess, daughter of Zeus and Demeter, but of uncertain origin.
is an Greece-Roman goddess of triple nature - celestial and maritime - variously associated with crossroads, gates and other entrances, passages, light in darkness, childbirth, as well as a more universal role as World Soul in Hellenistic times

3. Historical/ Biblical Significance
According to mythology, Hecate was the goddess of many attributes; these included the moon, witchcraft, crossroads, dog sacrifices, torches and ghosts. Among Hecate’s powers was a measure of control over the fertility of the earth. She gave honor and wealth to those men who sacrificed properly and called upon her.

4. Stories/ Myths
As a triple goddess, she was also identified with the three aspects of the moon and was represented by women of three different ages. In the sky, she took the form of the old woman Selene, the moon. On earth, she was linked to Artemis (Diana), goddess of the hunt. In the underworld, she was connected with the maiden Persephone, wife of Hades.
Hecate has been characterized as a Pre Olympian chthonic goddess

5. Quote “Witchcraft celebrates Hecates off rings.”
“When shall we three meet again In thunder, lightning, or in rain?When the hurlyburly's done,When the battle's lost and won.”

6. Interpretation
Macbeth associates Hecate with witchcraft, since Hecate is the goddess of witchcraft

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