artemis greek mythology
Artemis of Greek Mythology. Artemis (Greek mythology) is the goddess of the moon and hunting. She also represented the female side of childbirth and chastity. Her twin brother is the sun god Apollo, and their parents are Zeus and Leto. Along with her brother, Artemis is often simultaneously a healer and a hunter. The moon goddess is known for protecting and assisting young flocks, but is also known as the stag-killer for her proficient hunting with a bow and arrow, her signature weapon.