Goddess of the hearth, home, and family. Her sacred fire in the Forum Romanum symbolized Rome's eternal life. Served by the Vestal Virgins, priestesses who tended her sacred flame.
Goddess of the hearth, home, and family. Her sacred fire in the Forum Romanum symbolized Rome's eternal life. Served by the Vestal Virgins, priestesses who tended her sacred flame.
Origin Story
Vesta corresponds to Greek Hestia. Her worship was fundamental to Roman identity - the sacred fire in her temple represented Rome itself and could never be allowed to go out.
Primary Sources
Historical texts and references
“With ancient Vesta from the sacred choir, the wreaths and relics of th' immortal fire.”
