Eriphia

nature_spirit forest Greek single tradition · 1

Eriphia is one of the Nysiads, the nymphs who served as tutors and protectors of the infant Dionysus. They are depicted as gentle, nurturing spirits of the forest. Their mythic function is to guide and safeguard the young god.

When

First attested: 300 BCE
Attested period: -300 – 2020
Historical notes: First attested in Greek mythic tradition around the 3rd century BCE.

Relationships

co occurs with: Nysa, Pedile, Polymno, Callichore, Calyce, Coronis, Erato, Arsinoe, Ambrosia, Bromia, Cisseis

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Mentioned by

Coronis
Erato
Arsinoe
Ambrosia
Bromia
Cisseis

Sources

wikipedia (1)

Nysiads

Source passages

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