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King Lycurgus Greek Mythology
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Greek Mythology: King Lycurgus
By: Jenna Guerra & Wendy Lu
Explained:
This painting depicts King Lycurgus' with a weapon murdering one of Dionysus' followers/companions. This is what led the gods to become angered and led them to drive him mad. This is in a modern day museum.
Modern Connection
Relationship to Greek Culture
King Lycurgus' part in Greek culture is often unappreciated and for his actions many celebrate Dionysus, god of wine. However, there are many paintings of King Lycurgus being punished, for example a large one at the temple of Athens depicting this myth.
Background
- Lycurgus was son of Dryas and King of Endones in Thrace
- He is also famous for his worship on the sacred mountain of Nyseion
- He is also famous for running after imprisoning Dionysus' followers and persecuting Dionysus (which was the god of grape harvest and winemaking)
- As punishment for doing this Zeus blinded Lycurgus because he was hated by the immortal gods for these actions
- Lycurgus died shortly after
- The myth is different to some mythologists saying he became crazy and violent before he passed away
Strengths
- Power from being a King
- Intelligent enough to be able to capture followers and kill Dionysus
- He doesn't have any 'powers' for he is mortal, but he was able to accomplish what he desired
Weaknesses
- Hatred for Dionysus
- Becoming crazy at the sight of seeing grapes in the vinyard (because of the god of wine)
- Becoming violent to fmamily members like his mother and killing his wife and son
- Being mortal and no match for Zeus or any of the other immortal gods
- Eventually becoming blind the ultimate weakness leading to his final death by Zeus
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