- Orpheus - Wikipedia
In Greek mythology, Orpheus ( ˈɔːrfiːəs, ˈɔːrfjuːs ⓘ; Ancient Greek: Ὀρφεύς, classical pronunciation: [or pʰeú̯s]) was a bard, [2][3][4][5] legendary musician and prophet
- Orpheus | Myth, Symbol, Meaning | Britannica
Orpheus, in Greek mythology, legendary hero endowed with superhuman musical skills He became the patron of a religious movement based on sacred writings said to be his own
- Orpheus: The Greatest Mystic and Musician of Greek Mythology
Orpheus, the son of god of music and healing, Apollo, and muse Calliope, was the greatest bard, mystic, and prophet in ancient Greek mythology He had the most melodious voice of all mortals and his lyre playing enchanted gods, mortals, and animals alike
- Orpheus and Eurydice - Greek Mythology
Orpheus and Eurydice is one of the most famous myths in Ancient Greek mythology, telling the story of Orpheus' descent in the Underworld after his dead beloved, Eurydice
- Orpheus – Mythopedia
Orpheus, the “father of songs,” was a musician and hero of Greek mythology He was the son of the Thracian mortal Oeagrus (or of the god Apollo) and one of the nine Muses
- Orpheus - World History Encyclopedia
Orpheus is a figure from ancient Greek mythology, most famous for his virtuoso ability in playing the lyre or kithara His music could charm the wild animals of the forest, and even streams would pause and trees bend a little closer to hear his sublime singing
- The Real Meaning of Orpheus and Eurydice - Psychology Today
Orpheus is a personification of music, poetry, and art in general In modern times, he has inspired countless paintings, poems, novels, ballets, operas, and films
- The Myth of Orpheus: A Symbol of Love and Loss
Orpheus, a legendary musician and poet, is remembered for his deep love for Eurydice and his tragic journey to the Underworld in an attempt to retrieve her This myth not only highlights the power of love but also the sorrow of loss, resonating through the ages
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