Nesoi
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The Nesoi were the goddesses of islands in ancient Greek religion, each island personified as a distinct deity. They were believed to have been Ourea—mountain spirits—cast beneath the sea during one of Poseidon's rages. As island spirits, they governed the islands’ identities and destinies.
When
- First attested
- 200 BCE
- Attested period
- -200 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Mentioned by Callimachus in the 3rd century BCE.
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“The Nesoi (Greek Nῆσοι "islands"), in ancient Greek religion, were the goddesses of islands. Each island was said to have its own personification. According to Callimachus, the Nesoi were thought to have been Ourea who were cast under the sea during one of Poseidon's rages.”
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