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Leda was the daughter of King Thestius, and the wife of King Tyndareus. The god Zeus (Jupiter in Roman mythology) appeared to her as a swan, and seduced her. Since she also slept with her husband, two of her children were mortal, and two were immortal. They were also hatched from eggs. Her children were Helen (better known as the beautiful Helen of Troy), Clytemnestra, Castor and Pollux (also known as Polydeuces). Between Castor and Pollux, Pollux was usually the immortal one.
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Is Helen and Aphrodite the same person from mythology?
No. Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda (Leda, mortal woman married to King of Sparta). Aphrodite is one of the 12 Olympians (highest Gods/Goddesses in Greek mythology) - she was Goddess of Love, Desire & Beauty.
In Greek mythology who was Leda?
Leda was the Aetolian princess, daughter of King Thestius, and the wife of the Spartan king, Tyndareus. Zeus was smitten by her and had children with her. Among them were Helen of Troy and Castor and Pollux. Though, there is another version that says Helen was the daughter of Nemesis and was adopted by Leda.
Who was the founder of the Roman race in Greek mythology?
AeneasAnswer 2Greek mythology did not bother with Romans. Aeneas belongs to the Roman mythology.
Who is the roman and greek god of the lower world?
Greek Mythology - Hades Roman Mythology - Pluto
What is ganymede in roman mythology?
Ganymede was in Greek mythology not Roman , he was the most handsome amongst mortals.
In Greek and Roman mythology who were Castor and Pollux?
In Greek and Roman mythology, Castor and Pollux (who was also called Polydeuces), were twin brothers who were both the sons of Leda, but Castor was the mortal son of Tyndareus and Pollux was the son of Zeus. Yes, twin sons with different fathers.
Which form did the god Zeus take to seduce Leda in Greek mythology?
A swan.
Is Helen and Aphrodite the same person from mythology?
No. Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda (Leda, mortal woman married to King of Sparta). Aphrodite is one of the 12 Olympians (highest Gods/Goddesses in Greek mythology) - she was Goddess of Love, Desire & Beauty.
What has the author M A Dwight written?
M. A. Dwight has written: 'Grecian and Roman mythology for schools' -- subject(s): Classical Mythology 'Grecian and Roman mythology' -- subject(s): Greek Mythology, Roman Mythology 'Grecian and Roman mythology' -- subject(s): Classical Mythology, Greek Mythology, Roman Mythology
Who is Thestius mythology?
Thestius was the father of Iphicles, Althaea, Eurypylus, Evippus, Hypermnestra, Leda and Plexippus.
What are the sects of roman mythology?
Roman mythology did not have sects.
What is the name of Helen of Troy's mother?
Leda was the mother of Helen in greek mythology. Zeus took her in the form of a swan, and she gave birth to her children like a swan would- with eggs.
In Greek and Roman mythology who was the goddess of the hunt?
In Greek Mythology, Artemis Roman Mythology, Diana
What is the meaning of Earth in roman mythology?
earth in roman mythology is Terra and in Greek mythology it is Gaea
In Greek mythology who was Leda?
Leda was the Aetolian princess, daughter of King Thestius, and the wife of the Spartan king, Tyndareus. Zeus was smitten by her and had children with her. Among them were Helen of Troy and Castor and Pollux. Though, there is another version that says Helen was the daughter of Nemesis and was adopted by Leda.
What is the basis of Roman mythology?
Roman mythology is based on/borrowed from Greek mythology, using diffrent names.
What is the name of greek and roman mythology grouped together?
Greco-Roman mythology.
