Lucina

Lucina is a fictional character and a falcon goddess in ancient Greek mythology. She is often depicted as a daughter of the Titans Coeus and Phoebe, making her the niece of Leto and sister of Selene. Her name means "bringer of light" in Latin and is associated with the Saturdays, a day dedicated to the planet Saturn.

According to myth, Lucina is associated with childbirth and the protection of pregnant women, particularly in ancient Rome. She was said to be a patron of Roman women in labor, called upon to ease their pain and ensure a safe delivery. In Roman mythology, Lucina is also associated with the festivals of the Lamia, the Festival of Artemis, and the Cerealia.

In art and literature, Lucina is often depicted as a woman wearing a headdress adorned with stars, holding a torch or a torch-bearing wheel, symbolizing her nurturing and guiding roles. Her association with the cycle of life and death is reflected in the Greek practice of dedicating altars to her in multiple locations.

The worship of Lucina in ancient Rome seems to have been widely practiced, but the details of her mythos and cult remain somewhat obscure. Not much is known about her cult practices, although evidence suggests her worship was widespread, especially during childbearing and fertility festivals.