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Pegasus

Mythological creature in Greek mythology

Entitywinged horse mythological horseQ162797

Instance of: winged horse
, mythological horse
Part of: Greek mythology

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Pegasus is a winged horse in Greek mythology, usually depicted as a white stallion. He was sired by Poseidon, in his role as horse-god, and foaled by Medusa, one of three Gorgon sisters. Pegasus was the brother of Chrysaor, both born from Medusa's blood when their mother was decapitated by Perseus. Greco-Roman poets wrote about his ascent to heaven after his birth and his obeisance to Zeus, who instructed him to bring lightning and thunder from Olympus.

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