In Greek mythology, more precisely in the epic tradition recounted in Homer's Odyssey, Dolius or Dolios (Ancient Greek: Δολίος) was a slave of Penelope whom she had received from her father Icarius on occasion of her marriage to Odysseus. He served as a gardener.[1]

Family

Dolius had at least seven sons, including Melanthius,[2] and at least one daughter, Melantho.[3] His wife was a slave from Sicily, whose name is not given.[4]

Mythology

After Odysseus' identity had finally been revealed, Dolius heartily welcomed Odysseus in his home, expressing great joy to see his master alive and well.[5] Later, he and his six sons[6] were among the loyal servants who joined Odysseus to stand against the relatives of the slain suitors.[7]

See also

Notes

  1. ↑ Homer, Odyssey 4.735
  2. ↑ Homer, Odyssey 22.196
  3. ↑ Homer, Odyssey 18.290
  4. ↑ Homer, Odyssey 24.389
  5. ↑ Homer, Odyssey 24.396 ff.
  6. ↑ With the obvious exception of the disloyal Melanthius, who had been mutilated and killed (Homer, Odyssey 22.474)
  7. ↑ Homer, Odyssey 24.496–497

References

  • Homer, The Odyssey with an English Translation by A.T. Murray, PH.D. in two volumes. Cambridge, MA., Harvard University Press; London, William Heinemann, Ltd. 1919. ISBN 978-0674995611. Online version at the Perseus Digital Library. Greek text available from the same website.


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