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What is the meaning of Aletheia in Greek mythology?

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.


A fruit in greek mythology said to cause forgetfulness?

lotus


A fruit which induced forgetfulness in those who ate it?

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 Greek mythology a fruit which induced forgetfulness?

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.


What is the Lethe river?

In Greek Mythology, Lethe is the Underworld river of oblivion/forgetfulness.


What does 'lethargic' mean in Greek mythology?

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.


What are Lethe and Nepenthe?

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.


What is the origin of the word lethargy in Greek mythology?

"Lethargy" comes from "Lethe" the Underworld River of Forgetfulness/Oblivion.


Word that comes from the word Pan in Greek mythology?

Panic was thought to be induced by the god Pan.


Where did the word amnesia come from?

Greek, for forgetfulness.


What did the Greek god pan die of?

Forgetfulness


Can you help me understand by the phrase and Lethe-wards had sunk?

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.