The olive tree is quintessentially Greek with its roots in the birth of the city Athens itself. In Greek mythology, two gods vied for the title and honor of being patron god of the city - Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom, and Poseidon, the God of the Seas. Both gods were asked to give a gift to the city with the title going to whomever gave the better gift. Athena's gift was an olive tree planted on the grounds of what would become the Acropolis. An entire grove of olives continued to be planted there for centuries. (Guess who won?!) Olives thus became essential to Greek life and a symbol of peace, prosperity, and civilization, as it provided food, oil, and wood. Odyssey fans may recognize that olive trees play their own role in this epic tale.)
For the ancient Greeks, olive branches represented peace and goodwill, and an enduring symbol of Athena's honor. Olive twig crowns were bestowed upon Olympic winners and victorious commanders were honored with olive crowns for restoring peace. In our contemporary world, the olive branch remains relevant as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. Its timeless appeal transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries, making it a universal icon for those who aspire to build bridges, resolve conflicts, and cultivate harmonious relationships.
Athena herself is closely associated with justice, intelligence, and protection. The Goddess played a crucial role in the adventures of several Greek heroes. She guided Odysseus throughout his journey in The Odyssey, offering wisdom and protection during his long voyage home . She also often aided Perseus in his labors, reinforcing her role as a divine benefactor of mortals who displayed intelligence and courage.
Our mini Athena artisan botanical soap bars sport vibrant shades of pinks and greens with a feather swirl design. Athena's Honor is scented in a bright blend of bergamot and mandarin soaring over fresh green notes of olive leaf, thyme, and basil. Peaceful and serene.
Our Harmonia perfume oil roller opens with an exhilarating burst of bright bergamot, juicy yuzu, and energizing ginger before unfolding into its true character - a bright green heart of olive leaf blending seamlessly with delicate floral notes of jasmine & muguet, bolstered by herbaceous rosemary and sage. The composition settles into a sophisticated base of warm woods and soft musk, while a whisper of sea salt evokes the gentle breezes of the Mediterranean coast. Quiet luxury.
Our set is completed with a mini tiger's eye owl. The owl is a symbol of wisdom and a traditional companion of Athena's. Tiger's eye is considered the "warrior's stone", bringing courage, protection, and confidence to the wearer. It is also known as the "counsel stone", empowering one with wisdom and the ability to see one's path ahead with clarity.
This listing for one bar of soap, one 10ml roller bottle of perfume oil, and one mini tiger's eye owl figurine.
Approx 2.75oz bar of soap
Handcrafted soap will continue to evaporate water and lose weight over time. This makes for a finer, harder, and longer lasting bar.
Soap Ingredients: Distilled water, Coconut oil, Hi-oleic Sunflower oil, Olive oil, Sodium hydroxide*, Shea butter, Avocado oil, Mango butter, Kokum butter, Castor oil, Fragrance, Citric acid, Sodium lactate, Titanium dioxide & Mica
*None remains in final product
Perfume roller ingredients: Fractionated coconut oil, Fragrance, Jojoba oil & Isopropyl myristate
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