Showing posts with label Poseidon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Poseidon. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Hippolytus of Athens.

Hyppolytus (Ἱππόλυτος) (Hippolutos) was the son of Theseus and an Amazon Antiope (Ἀντιόπη) (Antiópē) in Greek mythology. Phaedra was his stepmother.

He was a hunter. Hippolytus loved the goddess Artemis. Aphrodite was angry with him.

Hippolytus was killed by a sea monster sent by the god Poseidon.



Sunday, March 23, 2025

Rhodos.

Rhodos (Ῥόδος) (Rhódos), or Rhode (Ῥόδη) (Rhódē) was a wife of Helios (Ἥλιος) (Helius) in Greek myths and legends. Goddess had her own symbol: rose.

Poseidon (Ποσειδῶν) (Posidon) and Aphrodite (Αφροδίτη) were her parents.

Helios and Rhodos had several children.

Triton (Τρίτων) (Trítōn) was her sibling.



Friday, August 9, 2024

Cecrops I.

Cecrops (Κέκροψ) (Kekrops) (Κέκροπος) (Kékropos) was a king of Attica in Greek myths and legends. His parents were Gaia (Γαῖα) (Gaîa) or Hephaestus (Ἥφαιστος) (Hḗphaistos).

Aglaurus (Ἄγλαυρος) was wife of Cecrops I. They had several offspring: Erysichthon (Ἐρυσίχθων), Aglaurus, Pandrosos (Πάνδροσος), and Herse (Ἕρση).

Cecrops I did various things during his reign. Also, in this time was a dispute between Poseidon (Ποσειδῶν) and Athena (Ἀθηνᾶ) (Ἀθηναία) (Παλλὰς Ἀθηνᾶ). The capital was called Athena after the goddess.





Saturday, December 23, 2023

Mestra.

Mestra (Μήστρα) was a daughter of Erysuchthon (Ἐρυσίχθων) in Greek mythology.

She had the ability to change her appearance. It was a gift from Poseidon (Ποσειδῶν).

Autolycus (Αὐτόλῠκος) was Mestra's husband.


Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Iphimedeia.

Iphimedeia (Ἰφιμέδεια) or Iphimede (Ἰφιμέδη) was a Thessalian princess in Greek mythology. Her parents were Triopas and Hiscilla.

Poseidon and Aloeus (Ἀλωεύς) were her husbands.

Aloadae (Otus and Ephialtes) were Iphimedeia's sons.

Paneratis was her daughter, too.

Iphimedeia had relations with other characters.

There are myths and legends about her.


Saturday, February 11, 2023

Aloadae.

Aloadae or Aloads (Ἀλωάδαι) (Aloadai) were twin brothers in Greek myths and legends. Their names were Otus (Otos) (Ὦτος) and Ephialtes (Ἐφιάλτης). Poseidon or Aloeus (Αλωέας) was Aloadae father; Iphimedeia (Ἰφιμέδεια) was their mother.

Otus (Otos) and Ephialtes were giants.

The Aloadae visited different places, including Mount Olympus.

Otus (Otos) and Ephialtes met other gods and goddesses, such as: Ares, Artemis, Hera, and etc.

There are stories in Greek mythology about these characters.




Sunday, August 21, 2022

Proteus.

Proteus (Πρωτεύς) was known as a sea-god in Greek myths and legends. His parents were Poseidon (Ποσειδῶν) and Phoenice (Φοινίκη).

Proteus is also called the "Old Man of the Sea" and Proteus of Egypt.

He met with other characters, such as: Menelaus (Μενέλαος), beautiful Helen (Ἑλένη), and etc.

Proteus had wives and children.



Sunday, March 6, 2022

Pasiphaё.

Pasiphaё (Πασιφάη) was known as the Queen of Crete in Greek mythology. Her parents were Helios and Perse or Crete.

She was the wife of Minos, the King of Crete.

Pasiphaё met different gods and goddesses, such as: Daedalus, Icarus, Poseidon, Medea, Cretan Bull, Aphrodite, and etc.

She had several children: Ariadne, the Minotaur, Acacallis, Xenodice, Glaucus, Deucalion, Catreus, and Phaedra.

Also, Pasiphaё had several siblings: Aeetes, Perses, Circe, and etc.

There are many myths and legends about her.

About this character there are paintings and sculptures.





Sunday, February 7, 2021

Danaë.

 Danaë (Δανάη) was a daughter of King Acricius (Ἀκρίσιος) of Argos and his wife Queen Eurydice (Εὐρυδίκη).

Her husband was Zeus, son of Cronus (Κρόνος). Danaë had a son Perseus (Περσεύς) who killed Gorgon (Γοργώ) Medusa (Μέδουσα) and saved Andromeda (Ἀνδρομέδα).

Danaë and Perseus floated in a wooden box on the sea. They survived and washed on the island Seriphos.

She met with different monsters, gods, and goddesses, such as: Poseidon (Ποσειδῶν), Hermes. Athena, Hades, and etc.

There are many paintings and sculptures about Danaë. Artists and sculptors created her very differently.

Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/es/image-photo/ussr-circa-1976-stamp-printed-shows-98469482


Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/es/image-vector/perseus-son-zeus-daughter-acrisius-argos-1803114316



Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/es/image-vector/andromeda-chained-rock-perseus-fighting-sea-1324378868



Sunday, July 5, 2020

Golden Fleece.

Golden Fleece (Χρυσόμαλλο δέρας) was known as the golden wool in Greek myths and legends. It was the wool of a winged ram, Chrysomallos.

Many gods and goddesses met with each other. Hero Jason and the Agronauts wanted to find the Golden Fleece. They fought for it and Medea helped Jason and the Agronauts.

Another version of this legend talked about family. Athamas the Minyan had two children and wife Nephele. After he married Ino, the daughter of Cadmus.

The stepmother didn't like her stepchildren. Also, Nephele became angry and the drought came. Phrixus and Helle were Nephele's children. The son fought with drought. Later they saw Chrysomallos.

Helle died and Phrixus sacrificed the winged ram to Poseidon. He had the Golden Fleece. The dragon guarded it.

The Golden Fleece was a symbol of authority in Ancient Greece. This phrase became popular in culture.

Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-illustration/golden-fleece-29818666

golden fleece

Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-vector/jason-golden-fleece-1181947858

jason and the golden fleece


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https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-photo/ancient-statue-hero-jason-greek-mythology-1711284598

Ancient statue of hero Jason in Greek mythology. He is the grandson of the messenger god Hermes and husbend of Medea. Jason also owns the Golden Fleece.

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Pegasus.

Pegasus was a horse with wings in Ancient Greece. His parents were Poseidon and Gordon Medusa. Also, creature had a brother named Chrysaor.

Hero Bellerophon rode Pegasus while fighting with Chimera.

Muses liked this mythical creature. Pegasus had relationships with many gods and goddesses, such as: Athena, Apollo, Zeus, and Perseus.

The two-winged horse helped Zeus. Pegasus brought him thunder and lightning from Hephaestus.

There are many painting and statues of this mythical animal. Also, there is constellation named Pegasus.

Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/es/image-vector/ancient-greek-hero-bellerophon-on-pegasus-1429639220

Ancient Greek hero Bellerophon on Pegasus golden on white background

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https://www.shutterstock.com/es/image-illustration/pegasus-scene-3d-illustration-1149492830

Pegasus scene 3D illustration

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https://www.shutterstock.com/es/image-illustration/fantasy-white-pegasus-flying-over-lake-399303514

Fantasy white pegasus flying over a lake at night. 3D illustration.

Friday, April 26, 2019

Hera.

Hera was a goddess of marriage and family in Ancient Greece. Her parents were Cronus and Rhea. The goddess had several siblings such as: Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, Hestia, Demeter, and Chiron.

Hera's symbols were: peacock feather, lily, cow, lion, diadem, pomegranate.

Myths and legends were told about the goddess and her children. There are many paintings and statues about goddess Hera.


Friday, February 15, 2019

Rhea.

Rhea was a goddess in greek mythology. Her parents were Uranus and Gaia. Rhea had relationships with Titans and Cyclops.

Goddess's husband was Cronus. Rhea was a mother of Zeus, Hades, Poseidon, and Hera.

Also, she had her own symbols, such as: lion, crown, silver fir, and chariot. There are many paintings and statues of this goddess.

Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-vector/rhea-or-cybele-vintage-illustration-meyers-95211439?src=u-qkyOvOKwbfN5Ew8vrBJQ-1-0

Rhea (or Cybele) / vintage illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexikon 1897

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https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-vector/greek-gods-costume-set-characters-cartoon-772402474?src=jM9LvSCKRePd7XSeV41d6Q-1-0

Greek Gods Costume Set Characters Cartoon Vector Illustration

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https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-vector/head-zeus-asclepius-jupiter-jove-greece-1306198186?src=Bahvq2kUvEvqNg5A8PeIoA-1-73

Head of Zeus Asclepius Jupiter Jove Greece Athens Ancient statue antique god vector sculpture

Saturday, June 23, 2018

Theseus.

Theseus was a son of Peseidon and Aethra. He was a famous character in greek mythology. Many sources said different things about god Theseus.

He had many relations with other gods and goddesses, including Zeus.

This god did a lot of important travels and fights with monsters, named The Six Labours. Theseus became a hero in Ancient Greece.

Also, he was known as the king and founder of Athens. Many legends and myths were written about Theseus.

There are pictures and sculptures of this god. He was popular in ancient history and literature.


Sunday, April 15, 2018

Cyclops.

Cyclops were giants with one eye at the centre of their forehead. These monsters were popular in Ancient Greece.

Uranus and Gaia gave birth to three cyclops: Brontes, Steropes, and Arges. Also, mythical creatures had different relationships with other gods and goddesses.

They made a helmet for underworld god Hades and trident for sea god Poseidon. Cyclops tought crafts to Athena and Hephaestus.

There are many pictures and statues of these legendary monsters.

May be one-eyedv giants were especial folk.



Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Poseidon.

Poseidon was a god of waters and Sea in Ancient Greece. His parents were Cronus and Rhea. Poseidon was Zeus and Hades brother. Also, god was responsible for earthquakes and horses.

God of waters had his own symbols: trident, dolphin, bull, and horse. Poseidon married Amphitrite and had children.

There are many myths and legends about this greek god of Sea and waters. Artists and sculptors created beautiful works of Poseidon.

Source of image:

https://www.shutterstock.com/nb/image-photo/ancient-statue-god-seas-oceans-neptune-597533462?src=A2Dj1jWIZhFAF9RPuPzZ2g-1-95

The ancient statue of god of seas and oceans Neptune (Poseidon)

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https://www.shutterstock.com/nb/image-vector/poseidon-neptune-god-sea-1009166941?src=A2Dj1jWIZhFAF9RPuPzZ2g-2-60

poseidon neptune god of the sea

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https://www.shutterstock.com/nb/image-photo/high-contrast-image-poseidons-trident-resting-430689421?src=A2Dj1jWIZhFAF9RPuPzZ2g-4-16

High contrast image of Poseidon's trident resting on some rocks by the sea