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The mythical creature often associated with a scythe is the Grim Reaper, which symbolizes death. Depicted as a skeletal figure in a dark robe, the Grim Reaper wields a scythe to harvest souls, representing the transition from life to the afterlife. This iconic imagery is prevalent in various cultures and serves as a personification of mortality.
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The farmer used the scythe to cut the grain. Death carries a scythe.
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The Grim Reaper carries a large scythe in his hand. A scythe is an agricultural instrument used to cut grass or "reap" crops. Hence the name Grim Reaper.
Father Time is often depicted as an elderly man with a long, flowing beard and a wise, weathered face, symbolizing the passage of time. He typically carries a scythe, representing the end of time, and an hourglass or clock to signify the measurement of time. His attire usually includes robes that suggest antiquity, further emphasizing his role as a timeless figure. In some interpretations, he may be accompanied by symbols of the seasons or celestial bodies, reinforcing his connection to the cycles of life.
A scythe is a long handled, bladed cutting instrument for the harvesting of grains or grass. An American scythe is usually represented as having a curved shaft with two handles. A British scythe has a straight shaft and no handles. The blade in either style is mounted at 90o to the main shaft and is about 60 cm long and curved. A basket is sometimes mounted behind the blade to capture the cut grain for easier gathering into sheaves. In many pictures and illustrations the figure of "Death" is often shown with a British scythe. Also: To cut with a scythe.
Saturn is a Titan, and yes, he carries the same style of scythe/sickle that Cronus, his Greek counterpart, does.