This article relies largely or entirely on a
single source. (February 2024) |
In Greek mythology, more precisely in the epic tradition recounted in Homer's Odyssey, Dolius or Dolios ( Ancient Greek: Δολίος, romanized: Dolíos) 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]
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]
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]
This article relies largely or entirely on a
single source. (February 2024) |
In Greek mythology, more precisely in the epic tradition recounted in Homer's Odyssey, Dolius or Dolios ( Ancient Greek: Δολίος, romanized: Dolíos) 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]
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]
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]