Ops is the goddess of abundance and assistance. Her name means “wealth” and derives from the same source as opulence. Ops is associated with peace, plenty, and an abundant harvest. She was honoured and celebrated with Saturn during the Saturnalia. Ops is invoked to extinguish harmful, dangerous fires.

ORIGIN:

Italy (Sabine)

Consort:

Saturn

ELEMENT

Earth

Days:

25 August; 19 December (the Opalia festival)

SEE ALSO:

• Saturn
• Roman Mythology

SOURCE:

Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses – Written by : Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.