Penthus

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Penthus
Personification of grief
ParentsAether and Gaia(Hyginus)
Equivalents
Roman equivalentLuctus

In Greek mythology, Penthus (Πενθος)/ˈpɛnθəs/ or Penthos was the personification of grief.[1]He favors those who weep for the dead.It is believed that he likes to also torment the individuals who mourn.[citation needed]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Penthus". Encyclopedia Mythica. 3 March 1997.