Hecate (Greek: Ἑκάτη, Hekátē) is a goddess in ancient Greek religion and mythology, associated with crossroads, magic, and witchcraft. She was often depicted holding torches and a key, and was sometimes accompanied by Styx, her hellhound. Hecate was a goddess of the night, the new moon, and the underworld, and was often invoked in rituals to protect against evil spirits. In Roman mythology, she was identified with the goddess Trivia. The name "Hecate" is of uncertain etymology, but it may be derived from the Greek word ἑκάς (hekás), meaning "far off" or "remote." In Hebrew, Hecate is known as הֶקָטֶה (Hekate). In Latin, she is known as Hecate or Trivia. In Old English, she was sometimes referred to as "Hecat" or "Hecate."