🇦🇲 The #Armenian mythology of ancient #Armenia was filled with a pantheon of fascinating gods and goddesses. In the #Hellenistic Age, ancient #Armenian deities were identified with ancient #Greek deities, and each had a unique meaning. -Aramazd: The Father of all the gods and goddesses in Armenian mythology. He was revered as the “Great and Courageous Aramazd.” As the source of earth’s fertility, he was believed to bring abundance and prosperity. He is believed to have the power to bestow fertility, prosperity, and protection on his worshippers. In ancient times, Aramazd was commonly invoked along with Anahit, the goddess of fertility, and their cults were closely connected. -Anahit : In Pre-Christian Armenian mythology, Anahit was the goddess of fertility, healing, wisdom and water. By the 5th century BC, she was the main deity in Armenia along with Aramazd. -Mihr was the god of the sun, light, justice, and truth. Mihr was often invoked by those seeking justice and protection from injustice. -Mihr was the Armenian deity of the sun, fire, and heavenly light. Mihr was often invoked by those seeking justice and protection from injustice. -Vahagn was one of the principal deities of the ancient Armenian pantheon, revered as the god of thunder, lightning, fire, and war. Vahagn was believed to protect Armenia from its enemies and bring victory in battles. He was also associated with the blacksmith's craft and the forging of weapons. His principal sanctuary stood at Ashtishat in the historic region of Taron, where Armenian kings and warriors sought his protection before battle. -Tir was the god of literature, arts, sciences, and the invention of weapons. Tir was often depicted as an old man with a long beard, holding a book or a scroll. -Astghik was the goddess of love, beauty, and water, she was associated with the planet Venus and was often depicted as a beautiful young woman adorned with flowers and jewels. She was believed to bring harmony and happiness to relationships and was often invoked by young women seeking love and fertility. -Nane was a goddess associated with war and wisdom. Nane was also revered as a source of wisdom and knowledge. Carved in stone, the statues wear the distinct Armenian royal tiara- the same tall, stacked crown seen on coins of Armenian King Tigranes the Great.