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In Greek mythology, Ithacus (Ancient Greek: Ἴθακος) may refer to two different characters: Ithacus, together with Neritus and Polyctor, made a basin of stone in Ithaca into which a spring ran. [1] Ithacus, one of the Suitors of Penelope who came from Same along with other 22 wooers. [2]
It is told that after Heracles finished his Twelve Labours, he came to Oechalia to compete in archery for the hand of Iole; he won and yet he was refused the bride by Eurytus and his sons (all except Iphitus, who said that Iole should be given to Heracles), on the ground that he might once more kill his offspring as he had done to his children by Megara. [7]
Ithaca (/ ˈ ɪ θ ə k ə /; Greek: Ιθάκη, Ithakē) was, in Greek mythology, the island home of the hero Odysseus. The specific location of the island, as it was described in Homer's Odyssey, is a matter for debate. There have been various theories about its location. Modern Ithaca has traditionally been accepted to be Homer's island.
9. Chimera. Origin: Greek The mythological Chimera is a terrifying creature that features a fire-breathing lion’s head attached to a goat’s body, ending in a serpent tail. There are varying ...
In Greek mythology, Pterelaus (/ ˌ t ɛ r ə ˈ l eɪ ə s /; Ancient Greek: Πτερέλαος) was the son of Lelex, the pre-Hellenic king of Megara whose descendants (the Leleges) spread across Greece and beyond. [1] Thus, he was the possible brother of Bias [2] and Cleson. [3]
The xanas promise treasures and can be disenchanted. Some xanas also attack people and steal their food. They live in fountains and caves. [1]: 28 A xana can be a beneficial spirit, offering "love water" [clarification needed] to travellers and rewards of gold or silver to those found worthy through some undefined judgment.
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Lalahon, in Philippine mythology, Goddess of fire, volcanoes and harvest. [3] Kan-Laon, Visayan god of time associated with the volcano Kanlaon. Gugurang, Bicolano god of fire and volcanoes who lives inside Mayon Volcano which erupts whenever he's enraged.