Turan (mythology)
| Turan | |
|---|---|
Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Vitality | |
Balsamarium possibly depicting Turan, or perhaps one of the Lasas (Walters Art Museum) | |
| Animals | Dove, Swan, Goose |
| Symbols | Rose, myrtle, mirrors, perfume jars, jewelry |
| Genealogy | |
| Consort | Atunis, Laran |
| Children | Turnu |
| Equivalents | |
| Greek | Aphrodite |
| Roman | Venus |
In ancient Etruscan religion, Turan was the goddess of love, fertility and vitality, and patroness of the city of Velch. She was identified with the Roman goddess Venus and the Greek goddess Aphrodite. She was the mother of Turnu, the Etruscan god of love and desire and equivalent of the Greek Eros and the Roman Cupid.
She was one of the three most important female figures in Etruscan mythology, alongside Uni and Menrva. Her image was commonly represented in the backgrounds of mirrors, terracotta panels, vases, and sculptures.