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In Celtic mythology, Andarta was a warrior goddess, worshipped especially in Gaul. Like the similar goddess Artio, she was associated with the bear.




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Gallic Deities (3099 words)
There is a sanctuary at the spring, in Möhn, where it was dedicated to her and Smetrios.
Andarta was the patron goddess of the Vocantii tribe.
She should not be confused with the British goddess of war, Andrasta.
Andarta: a Gaulish goddess (She who is Most Bear-like) (138 words)
Andarta: a Gaulish goddess (She who is Most Bear-like)
Thus Andarta is 'She who is Most Bear-like'.
Though whether she was a warrior goddess, a huntress or a local guardian deity may never be known.
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