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THESEUS - Was the mythical founder-king of Athens and was the son of Aethra by two fathers: Aegeus and Poseidon. Theseus was a founder-hero, like Perseus, Cadmus, or Heracles, all of whom battled and overcame foes that were identified with an archaic religious and social order. As Heracles was the Dorian hero, Theseus was a founding hero, considered by Athenians as their own great reformer: Theme Tattoo, The Minotaur, Legends And Myths, Greek Gods And Goddesses, Greek And Roman Mythology, Greek Mythology Art, Ancient Mythology, Roman Mythology, Male Character

THESEUS - Was the mythical founder-king of Athens and was the son of Aethra by two fathers: Aegeus and Poseidon. Theseus was a founder-hero, like Perseus, Cadmus, or Heracles, all of whom battled and overcame foes that were identified with an archaic religious and social order. As Heracles was the Dorian hero, Theseus was a founding hero, considered by Athenians as their own great reformer:

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🏛️🐂 Explore the legend of the Minotaur of Crete – its labyrinth, origin story, and the hero Theseus! 🌟 Uncover the mythological tale of bravery and adventure from ancient Greece. Read more: https://sirioti.com/blogs/greek-symbols-meaning/the-minotaur-of-crete-the-labyrinth-origin-story-and-hero-theseus #Minotaur #GreekMythology #Theseus #Labyrinth #AncientLegends Theseus Greek Mythology, Bull Monster, Terrifying Creatures, Greek Monsters, Greek Symbol, The Minotaur, Tree Of Life Jewelry, Greek Gods And Goddesses, Greek History

🏛️🐂 Explore the legend of the Minotaur of Crete – its labyrinth, origin story, and the hero Theseus! 🌟 Uncover the mythological tale of bravery and adventure from ancient Greece. Read more: https://sirioti.com/blogs/greek-symbols-meaning/the-minotaur-of-crete-the-labyrinth-origin-story-and-hero-theseus #Minotaur #GreekMythology #Theseus #Labyrinth #AncientLegends

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In Greek mythology, Theseus was described as the great hero and the slayer of Minotaur. Theseus was the son of Aegeus, king of Athens and Aethra, daughter of Pittheus, king of Troezen or of sea god Poseidon and Aethra. According to some versions, both King Aegeus of Athens and sea god Poseidon were described as Theseus father. Theseus and Ariadne According to Greek legend, King Aegeus of Athens was without a male heir, so he asked the oracle at Delphi for advice. Aegeus did not understand…

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