Aeneas
Aeneas
Aeneas (/ɪˈniːəs/; Ancient Greek: Αἰνείας, Aineías, possibly derived from Greek αἰνή meaning 'praise') is a character in Greek mythology, a Trojan hero and the son of the prince Anchises and the goddess Aphrodite.
Etymology
The name Aeneas is of Greek origin, possibly derived from the Greek word αἰνή, meaning 'praise'. The name was common in ancient Greece, and it was often given to boys as a sign of honor and respect.
Pronunciation
The name Aeneas is pronounced as /ɪˈniːəs/ in English. In Ancient Greek, it is pronounced as [ai̯.ne.í.aːs].
Related Terms
- Anchises: Aeneas's father, a member of the royal family of Troy.
- Aphrodite: Aeneas's mother, the goddess of love and beauty in Greek mythology.
- Troy: The city where Aeneas was born and raised.
- Trojan War: A major event in Greek mythology, in which Aeneas played a significant role.
- Dido: The queen of Carthage who fell in love with Aeneas.
- Rome: The city that Aeneas is said to have founded after fleeing from Troy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aeneas
- Wikipedia's article - Aeneas
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