The story of Medusa is an ancient Greek myth that has been passed down through the ages. The myth of the curse of Medusa Bernini’s sculpture of Medusa / Miguel Hermoso Cuesta, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons In this article, we will delve into the myth of Athena and Medusa and explore the various theories behind Athena’s actions, questioning whether her curse was meant to punish Medusa or if other motivations were at play. In Greek mythology, Medusa was a beautiful maiden with luscious hair and striking features until she was cursed by the goddess Athena and turned into a hideous monster with snakes for hair.
