Iris
Culture & Region
Ancient Greece
Time Period
c. 8th century BCE onwards (Homer)
Domains
Rainbowmessenger goddesssea/sky link
Symbols & Animals
Rainbowwingsherald's staffwater pitcher
Sacred Sites & Cult Centers
- Delos
- minor cults
Key Myths & Stories
Gods' messenger (especially Hera); rainbow bridge; swift traveler; fills clouds
Related Deities
≈ Hermes (messenger); ≈ Bifrost (Norse rainbow bridge)