Fortuna's wheel symbolizes the constant shifting of fortunes, reminding that both prosperity and hardship are transient. Her power extended beyond individuals to entire nations, and she was widely worshipped, especially in times of uncertainty. Her mythological influence has lasted through history, with the concept of "Fortune's Wheel" remaining a metaphor for the ups and downs of fate in modern times.
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