Olethros
 | This article needs additional citations for verification. (January 2025) |
| Greek deities series |
|---|
|
| Personifications |
|
List
|
In Ancient Greek mythology, Olethros /ˈɒlɪˌθrɒs/ (Greek: ὄλεθρος) was the Greek concept or personification[citation needed] of "havoc" or "ruin".
Olethros translates roughly in ancient Greek to "destruction", but often with a positive connotation, as in the destruction required for and preceding renewal.
Greek mythology
Olethros as a deity is primarily attested in the Homeric works of
Sore distressed with dust and deadly conflict were the folk. Then with a sudden hand some Blessed One swept the dust-pall aside; and the Gods saw the deadly Keres hurling the charging lines together, in the unending wrestle locked of that grim conflict, saw where never ceased Ares from hideous slaughter, saw the earth crimsoned all round with rushing streams of blood, saw where dark Olethros gloated o'er the scene
Biblical use of olethros
In popular culture
The name "Olethros" is used to refer to
See also
References
- ^ Ezigbo, Victor I. Introducing Christian Theologies II: Voices from Global Christian Communities - Volume 2. 1st ed., The Lutterworth Press, 2015. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/j.ctt1ffjnnr. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.