Lima (mythology)
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In Roman mythology
, Lima was the goddess
of thresholds (from Latin
limen "threshold"). It is possible that she was a female counterpart of Limentinus
.
Roman mythology
Roman mythology is the body of traditional stories pertaining to ancient Rome's legendary origins and religious system, as represented in the literature and visual arts of the Romans...
, Lima was the goddess
Goddess
A goddess is a female deity. In some cultures goddesses are associated with Earth, motherhood, love, and the household. In other cultures, goddesses also rule over war, death, and destruction as well as healing....
of thresholds (from Latin
Latin
Latin is an Italic language originally spoken in Latium and Ancient Rome. It, along with most European languages, is a descendant of the ancient Proto-Indo-European language. Although it is considered a dead language, a number of scholars and members of the Christian clergy speak it fluently, and...
limen "threshold"). It is possible that she was a female counterpart of Limentinus
Limentinus
Limentinus is the Roman God whose responsibility was to protect the threshold of the house. His associates are Cardea and Forculus.The whole door is protected by Janus. Limentinus is mentioned by St. Augustine as a protector of the threshold and may have been responsible for preventing Silvanus...
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