the lotus fruit
In Greek Aletheia means truth. In Greek mythology the waters of Lethe induced one into a state of forgetfulness. Literally aletheia means the opposite of the state of forgetfulness.
lotus
The fruit you're referring to is likely the "lotus fruit" from Greek mythology, particularly mentioned in Homer's "Odyssey." The lotus-eaters consumed this fruit and experienced forgetfulness, losing their desire to return home as it dulled their memories and sense of purpose. The concept serves as a metaphor for the dangers of indulgence and the loss of ambition.
In Homer's Odyssey the lotus tree fruit causes a pleasant drowsiness. The Lotus-eater or Lotophagi would only eat lotus and when they did they would forget about friends and family and desire to live in idleness.
In Greek Mythology, Lethe is the Underworld river of oblivion/forgetfulness.
In Greek mythology, 'Lethe' was one of the rivers of the Underworld. It was the river of forgetfulness and oblivion. Hence, to be 'lethargic' means to be drowsy or sluggish.
Nepenthe is in Greek Mythology (Odyssey) a medicine for sorrow, literally, an anti-depressant - a "drug of forgetfulness". Lethe is the Underworld river of oblivion/forgetfulness.
"Lethargy" comes from "Lethe" the Underworld River of Forgetfulness/Oblivion.
Panic was thought to be induced by the god Pan.
Greek, for forgetfulness.
Forgetfulness
This phrase likely refers to the character sinking towards the River Lethe in Greek mythology. The River Lethe is associated with forgetfulness and oblivion, suggesting that the character is moving towards a state of complete forgetfulness or unconsciousness.