Haemonius

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Haemonius is a deity whose name means 'Thessalian', indicating geographical association with Thessaly. According to Apollodorus's account, Haemonius is the father of the nymph Amalthea, who is described as separate from the nurse of Zeus.

When

First attested
0 CE
Attested period
0 – 200
Historical notes
Mentioned by Apollodorus (1st-2nd century AD) as father of Amalthea in his mythological compendium.

Relationships

parent of
Amalthea, Amaltheia
co occurs with
Oceanus, Achelous

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Sources

wikipedia (1)

Source passages

“Apollodorus retells this story; he describes the nymph Amalthea as the daughter of Haemonius, whose name, meaning 'Thessalian', indicates that she is separate to the nurse of Zeus.”

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