Leonteus (mythology)
In Greek mythology, the name Leonteus (Ancient Greek: Λεοντεύς) referred to the following individuals:
- Leonteus, son of Coronus (the son of Caeneus) and Cleobule, was one of the commanders of the Lapiths during the Trojan War.[1][2] Together with his associate, Polypoetes (son of Pirithous), he led the soldiers from the Thessalian cities of Argissa, Gyrtone, Orthe, Elone and Oloosson.[3] He was credited with killing five people during the war.[4]
- Leonteus was also given in one source as father of Ixion.[5]
- Leonteus was the brother of Andraemon, who married Amphinome.
- Leonteus was a defender of Thebes against the Seven. He was slain by Hippomedon.[6]
See also
- Jovian asteroid 3793 Leonteus
References
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