Hebe Goddess of youth

Hebe Goddess of youth

Hebe was the goddess of youth, daughter of Zeus and Hera

Hebe's Name and Role
She served nectar and ambrosia to the Olympians and later married Heracles, with whom she had two children, Alexiares and Anicetus. Her name comes from the Greek word for youth, and it was believed that she had the ability to restore youth.

Hebe and Iolaus
When Iolaus, Heracles' charioteer, was about to fight against Eurystheus, he asked Hebe to become young again for one day. Hebe was reluctant initially, but Themis, the goddess of justice, told her that it would be fair to do it. Thus, Iolaus' wish was granted and he emerged victorious.

When Hebe lost her Job
She lost her job as a cupbearer of the gods, when she tripped and her dress came undone, thus exposing her breasts. Apollo fired her and she was replaced by Ganymede, Zeus' lover and protege.