Dictionary Of God And Godedesses

Lupercus 179LunaMoon goddess. Roman. She derives from theGreek model of SELENE, but is also comparablewith HEKATE. She enjoyed a major temple on theAventine Hill in Rome.LunangRiver goddess. Kafir [Afghanistan—Hindukush].The patron goddess of the Prasun river, Lunangis perceived as a young and capricious girl, reflectingthe turbulent moods of the river. She rulesover the watermills.LupercusGod of wolves. Roman. Celebrated in the festivalof Lupercalia on February 15.