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Zethos

King in Greek mythology

Entitymythological Greek characterQ196865

Also known as Zethus

Instance of: mythological Greek character
Part of: Amphion and Zethus

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Amphion and Zethus were, in ancient Greek mythology, the twin sons of Zeus by Antiope. They are important characters in one of the two founding myths of the city of Thebes, because they constructed the city's walls. Zethus or Amphion had a daughter called Neis (Νηίς), and the Neitian gate at Thebes was believed to have derived its name from her.

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Sex or gender: male
Father: Zeus
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1.Stated in Q21492878
2.Stated in Q48542015
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Mother: Antiope
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1.Stated in Q21492878
2.Stated in Q48542015
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Positions held: king of Thebe (Troade)
Sibling: Amphion
Spouse: Aëdon
Child: Itylus
Neis

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