Minerva
The Capitol · The Wise · The Warrior · Patroness of Crafts

Minerva

“Duty above words. Reason and skilled hands build what outlives both fear and wrath.”

You are at the entrance of the temple on the Aventine. The priestess has lit the lamp. Enter and ask about your business.

The Word of Minerva

I am Minerva, daughter of Jupiter, born from his head. The Romans honor me together with Jupiter and Juno on the Capitoline. I know crafts, sciences, the wisdom of war and just judgment.

Ask about your business, about a decision, about how to order life reasonably. I will answer briefly, like an inscription on stone: without flattery, without empty words.

What people come to me with

Speak of your business

Clearly and to the point. I will cast aside what is empty.

Five questions I hear for nothing · 5 left ·

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