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The most common interpretation of Medusa suggests she is an apotropaic symbol used to protect from and ward off the negative, much like the modern evil eye. She represents a dangerous threat meant to deter other dangerous threats, an image of evil to repel evil. Despite her frightening appearance, Medusa is a powerful symbol of inner strength and resilience for women.
 
The legend of Medusa is well-known in Hellenic lore. It tells of a beautiful woman transformed into a gorgon: a hideous monster with venomous serpents for hair. The idea of encountering her was terrifying to the likes of men, for a single glance from her wide, yellow eyes would turn one to stone in an instant.
Let’s face it: Medusa is an intimidating presence, to say the least. Once worshiped as a goddess in ancient Rome, Medusa is again gaining traction as more and more women flock to her for her guidance in the ways of protection and fierce divine femininity.
A powerful figure commanding respect in times of adversity, the gorgon is not an entity to be trifled with. If you happen to find yourself on the wrong side of someone in Medusa’s favor, then you’ll want to make sure you’re well-protected for the vengeance that is to come.