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He is actually not a Greek God. He is included in mythology as a tale of the god's having control over death and the weakness of one's will to overcome. He was a musician and a poet. He promised Hades he would play in hell for eternity if only he could bring back his wife Eurydice.
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Who was the Ancient Greek dryad that was married to Orpheus?
That should be Eurydice.
What is the symbol of orpheus?
Oprheus is not a greek god opheus wife died and he went to hades to retreve her but hades told him if he looked back she would disappear and have to stay in the underworld as they were leaveing he didnt bieleve she was behind him he looked back saw her and she disappeared.
Which Greek god lost his true love forever because he looked back?
You refer to Orpheus, the legendary Thracian musician and poet, not a God, who was allowed to lead his dead wife Eurydice out of the underworld and back to life, provided he did not look back at her, a provision he was unable to fulfill.
Was Orpheus one of the gods of ancient greek mythology?
From my understanding, no. He was a (greek) hero and a good musician who went down to the underworld to rescue his wife, but failed.
Who was Orpheus?
Orpheus was a great musician, his playing moved not only animals and plants but even rocks and the elements. He was the son of the muse Calliope. His father was either Apollo or the river god Oeagrus (depending on source).
How did the Greek god orpheus become a god?
Orpheus is not a Greek god: he is a mortal, as he died.
What is the Greek god Orpheus music instrument?
The harp is Orpheus' instrument.
Who are Apollos the Greek god kids?
Apollos, the Greek god, had several children in Greek mythology including Orpheus, Asclepius, and Aristaeus. Orpheus is known for his musical talent, Asclepius is the god of medicine and healing, and Aristaeus is associated with agriculture and beekeeping.
What was the greek god orpheas the god of?
The only Orpheus i know in greek mythology is the son of Apollo and the Muse Calliope, bu he was not a God
Are there any modern day places or things named after the Greek god Orpheus?
no but there is a street named Orpheus Place in Philadelphia Pennsylvania
What is orpheus greek name?
Orpheus.
Who is the father of Orpheus in Greek mythology?
He is the son of the Thracian river god Oeagrus. no he's not he is the son of Apollo the god of the sun
What culture was Orpheus from?
Orpheus was from Greek mythology.
What was the name of Orpheus's father?
Orpheus's father was Apollo, the Greek god of music, light, and prophecy. In some versions of the myth, he is also said to be the Thracian king Oeagrus. Apollo bestowed musical talent upon Orpheus, making him a legendary musician and poet in Greek mythology.
What was Orpheus a god of?
Orpheus is not a god he is a mortal son of one of the Muses
Who many kids does Apollo have?
I should know this, im greek; easy question: These three: Asclepius, Troilus, Aristaeus.
Who are the kids of Apollo the Greek god?
Apollo, the Greek god of music, poetry, and prophecy, had several children, including Orpheus, the legendary musician; Asclepius, the god of medicine; and Orpheus, the hero who went on a quest to find his love in the underworld. Additionally, Apollo was associated with the Muses, who were considered his daughters in some traditions.
