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Nilus

God of the Nile river in Greek mythology, son of Oceanus and Tethys

EntityPotamoi mythological Greek characterQ685243

Also known as Nile

Instance of: Potamoi
, mythological Greek character

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In Greek mythology, Nilus is one of 3,000 river gods, who represent the god of the Nile river itself. Nilus is the son of the water gods Oceanus and Tethys.

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Sex or gender: male
Child: Anchiroe
Caliadne
Polyxo
Memphis
Chione
Anippe
Argiope
Eurryroe
Father: Oceanus
Mother: Tethys
Domain of saint or deity: Nile
Unmarried partner: Callirhoe

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