In Greek mythology, Persephone (in ancient Greek Περσεφόνη / Persephónê, in Homer Persephóneia) is a goddess, daughter of Zeus and Demeter. She was first known by the simple name of Coré (Κόρη / Kórê) the maiden, or even the daughter, as opposed to Demeter, the mother (hê mêtềr). She is likened to