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Why does king Minos demand the sacrificial tribute from Athens?
Because Minos' son died at war against Athens and Minos wanted compensation for it.
Why are the athenian youth sacrificed to the minotaur?
In ancient Greek mythology, Athenian youth were sacrificed to the Minotaur as part of a tribute to King Minos of Crete. This ritual was a consequence of Athens' defeat in a war against Crete, resulting in the demand for seven young men and seven young women to be sent as offerings to the beast, which resided in the Labyrinth. The sacrifices aimed to appease Minos and prevent further retribution against Athens. Ultimately, the hero Theseus volunteered to slay the Minotaur, seeking to end this grim fate for his fellow citizens.
What island did King Minos rule?
King Minos ruled the island of Crete.
Where did Icarus live?
Icarus and his father Daelalus were from Athens, but later imprisoned in King Minos's Labyrinth on Crete for displeasing the King.
What did the Greeks think of Poseidon?
i know of two city states that worshipped him Athens and Crete king Minos worshipped him allot
Where did the story Theseus and the Minotaur take place?
King Minos lived in ancient Crete. He attacked Athens to take young men and women as food for his pet monster.
Where Minos ruled?
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Why was Theseus the Minotaur's enmey?
Theseus was the son of the King of Athens, Aegeas. Athens was defeated by Knossos (in Crete, ruled by Minos) and the tribute to be paid was 12 virgin youths (6 male, 6 female) to be sacrificed to the minotaur every 9 years. Theseus volunteered to go in order that he might kill the Minotaur and free Athens from this burden.
Who ruled Crete?
King Minos.
Who was the daughter of the king of Crete?
Ariadne was the daughter of Minos, the king of Crete.
In Greek mythology where Minos was king?
Crete.
Why was Daedalus exiled to the island of Crete?
Daedalus was exiled to the island of Crete after he killed his nephew, Talos, out of jealousy for his talent in crafting. To escape his punishment in Athens, he fled to Crete, where he became the chief architect for King Minos. There, he designed the labyrinth to house the Minotaur, a creature born from Minos' wife. Daedalus' exile ultimately set the stage for his later adventures and the tragic tale of his son, Icarus.
