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he was known for slaying Medusa A horrible gorgon ,a mythical beast which hideous features which turn victims to stone, he was sent by polydectes to slay her as a wedding gift to get rid of perseus in order to marry his mother. Soon after perseus turned a horrible sea beast to stone to save a princess which later became his wife of 6 kids (5 boys and 1 girl).He returned with the head and turned polydectes to stone as the king did not believe him so perseus showed him the head therefor ending the myth
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What is perseus best known for?
Killing the Minotaur
Where was the myth of Perseus and Medusa set?
The location of Medusa's cave is not known.
Is perseus know by any other names?
Yes, Perseus is known by several other names in various cultures and mythologies. In some traditions, he is referred to as "Perseus the Slayer" or "Perseus the Hero" due to his legendary feats, including the slaying of Medusa. Additionally, in Roman mythology, he is sometimes associated with the name "Perseus of Argos," highlighting his connection to the city of Argos in Greece.
Did Zeus have any known associates?
Zeus' well known associates were Hermes, Ares, Odysseus, Perseus and many more gods known to mythology
Was Andromeda the mother of Perseus?
Definitely not- she was Perseus' wife. The mother of Perseus was Danae.
Is perseus and medusa have the same characteristics?
No, Perseus and Medusa do not have the same characteristics. Perseus is known for his bravery and cunning, while Medusa is known for her curse that turns people to stone with her gaze. Perseus is a hero in Greek mythology, while Medusa is a monstrous creature.
What beast does Perseus slay?
Though she was not exactly a 'beast', Perseus was known for slaying a monster, the gorgon Medusa.
What is perseus best known for?
Killing the Minotaur
What was Perseus known as?
A Greek hero and son of Zeus.
Was perseus known for his beautiful singing voice?
Orpheus
How did Atalanta beat Perseus in a wrestling match?
Atalanta wasn't known to have beaten Perseus. She did, however, beat Peleus, the father of Achilles.
Who discovered the constellation Perseus and when?
Constellations such as Perseus have been known since antiquity. No one knows who first named Perseus, let along who first recognized that group of stars as a single constellation.
What are the most well known demi gods?
Perseus, Heracleas,
Who is the son of Danae and Zeus?
The son of Danae and Zeus is Perseus. He is a legendary Greek hero known for slaying Medusa and rescuing Andromeda.
Where was the myth of Perseus and Medusa set?
The location of Medusa's cave is not known.
Who is polydictes?
Polydectes was a character from Greek mythology, known as the king of Seriphos. He is most famous for his role in the story of Perseus and Medusa, where he sent Perseus on a dangerous quest to retrieve Medusa's head, hoping Perseus would not return.
What is Perseus know for?
Perseus is known for killing Meduca(on of the gorgon sisters) He also founed a greek military stronghold called " Mycenae" meaning mushroom in greek.
