Who is Gaia?

Definition of the glossary term Gaia

Dec 29, 2006 Robin Fowler

Definition of the glossary term Gaia

In Greek mythology, Gaia was a Titan who personified Earth. She was the mother of several later Titans, including Cronus, Rhea, Iapetus (father of Atlas), and Oceanus. She was worshipped as the Earth mother goddess.

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