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⭐ Core Definition: Sarpedon (Trojan War hero)

In Greek mythology, Sarpedon (/sɑːrˈpdən/ or /sɑːrˈpdɒn/; Ancient Greek: Σαρπηδών) was a son of Zeus, who fought on the side of Troy in the Trojan War. Although in the Iliad, he was the son of Zeus and Laodamia, the daughter of Bellerophon, in the later standard tradition, he was the son of Zeus and Europa, and the brother of Minos and Rhadamanthus, while in other accounts the Sarpedon who fought at Troy was the grandson of the Sarpedon who was the brother of Minos.

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👉 Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Pelagon

There are several figures named Pelagon (Ancient Greek: Πελάγων, -ονος) in Greek mythology.

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Etruscan art

Etruscan art was produced by the Etruscan civilization in central Italy between the 10th and 1st centuries BC. From around 750 BC it was heavily influenced by Greek art, which was imported by the Etruscans, but always retained distinct characteristics. Particularly strong in this tradition were figurative sculpture in terracotta (especially life-size on sarcophagi or temples), wall-painting and metalworking especially in bronze. Jewellery and engraved gems of high quality were produced.

Etruscan sculpture in cast bronze was famous and widely exported, but relatively few large examples have survived (the material was too valuable, and recycled later). In contrast to terracotta and bronze, there was relatively little Etruscan sculpture in stone, despite the Etruscans controlling fine sources of marble, including Carrara marble, which seems not to have been exploited until the Romans.

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Laodamia

In Greek mythology, the name Laodamia (Ancient Greek: Λαοδάμεια Laodámeia) referred to:

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Thestor (mythology)

In Greek mythology, Thestor (Ancient Greek: Θέστωρ) is a name that may refer to:

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Hypnos

In Greek mythology, Hypnos (/ˈhɪpnɒs/; Ancient Greek: Ὕπνος, 'sleep'), also spelled Hypnus, is the personification of sleep. The Roman equivalent is Somnus. His name is the origin of the word hypnosis. Pausanias wrote that Hypnos was the dearest friend of the Muses.

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Coeranus (mythology)

In Greek mythology, the name Coeranus /ˈsɛrənəs/ or Koiranos (Ancient Greek: Κοίρανος "ruler, commander") may refer to:

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Glaucus (soldier)

In Greek mythology, Glaucus (/ˈɡlɔːkəs/; Ancient Greek: Γλαῦκος Glaukos means "shiny", "bright" or "bluish-green") was a captain in the Lycian army under the command of his close friend and cousin Sarpedon. The Lycians in the Trojan War were allies of Troy. During the war, Glaucus fought valiantly. He was described by the chronicler Malalas in his account of the Chronography as "strong, sensible, pious".

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Sarpedon (Trojan War hero) in the context of Sarpedon

Sarpedon (/sɑːrˈpdən, -ˈpdɒn/; Ancient Greek: Σαρπηδών) is the name of several figures in Greek mythology

  • Sarpedon, a son of Zeus, who fought on the side of Troy in the Trojan War. Although in the Iliad, he was the son of Zeus and Laodamia, the daughter of Bellerophon, in the later standard tradition, he was the son of Zeus and Europa, and the brother of Minos and Rhadamanthus, while in other accounts the Sarpedon who fought at Troy was the grandson of the Sarpedon who was the brother of Minos.
  • Sarpedon, a Thracian son of Poseidon, eponym of Cape Sarpedon near the outlet of the River Hebrus, and brother to Poltys, King of Aenus. Unlike the other two Sarpedons, this Thracian Sarpedon was not a hero, but an insolent individual who was shot to death by Heracles as the latter was sailing away from Aenus.
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