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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]
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
- 10989 Dolios, Jupiter trojan asteroid
- List of Greek mythological figures
Notes
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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