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Nike is the Greek goddess representing victory and reflecting speed similar to the Roman god Mercury. it is said to bring great luck to whoever wheres her sign on their head...
Meaning of Nike
Nike was a roman god that competitors prayed to. She was the god of winnng. That is why there is a brand of shoes called Nike.
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Nike of Athena was her title. She was a Greek Goddess I believe. The check on the Nike shoe is actually a symbol of a wing. So Nike did do their research:)
Victory and winning
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Nike is a winged goddess of victory - identified with Roman Victoria.
She was the daughter of Pallas and Styx. She was capable of running and
flying at great speeds. She also presided over all contests - athletic as
well as military. The Victory (or Nike) of Samothrace (Louvre) is one of
the finest extant Greek sculptures.
She was usually represented with windblown draperies.
First answer by ID1370103927. Last edit by Profvsprasad. Contributor trust: 41 [recommend contributor]. Question popularity: 93 [recommend question]





