The Roman Goddess Vesta and her Vestal Virgins

Vesta is an ancient Roman goddess associated with the hearth, home, and sacred fire. She Vesta's worship was centered around the hearth fire, which symbolised the warmth and vitality of the home. The primary symbols associated with Vesta are the hearth, the flame, and sometimes a veil or a key, which represented her role as the protector of the household and its secrets. In some records, during feasts held in honour of Vesta, donkeys were crowned with flowers. #ancienthistorytok #learnontiktok #