An Athena tattoo is rich in symbolism, drawing from the Greek goddess's diverse attributes. It often represents: Wisdom and Intellect: Athena is the goddess of wisdom, so the tattoo can celebrate the pursuit of knowledge, intelligence, and good counsel. Her symbol, the owl, is often included to emphasize this meaning. Strategic Warfare and Courage: She is the goddess of strategic warfare (in contrast to her brother Ares, who represented bloodlust), making the tattoo a symbol of strength, resilie