Nike

Culture: Ancient Greek   Domain: Victory, in war, sport and other contests

Nike is the winged personification of victory, closely associated with Athena (whose great cult statue at Athens carried a small Nike in her hand) and honored by athletes and generals alike. She represents earned triumph, in the arena, the battlefield or in any hard-won achievement.

Associations

Victory, achievement through effort, speed, competitive success.

Ways people honor her (modern)

• Mark genuine achievements with real celebration
• Keep a small trophy, medal, or winged image on the altar before a competition or challenge
• Support athletes and athletic effort as worthy of honor
• Remember that her name is inseparable from effort, not luck alone

Approach any deity with respect and do your own research. Practices vary widely between traditions, and modern devotional practice often goes beyond what survives in ancient sources.