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
Notes
- ^ Homer, Odyssey 4.735
- ^ Homer, Odyssey 22.196
- ^ Homer, Odyssey 18.290
- ^ Homer, Odyssey 24.389
- ^ Homer, Odyssey 24.396 ff.
- ^ With the obvious exception of the disloyal Melanthius, who had been mutilated and killed (Homer, Odyssey 22.474)
- ^ Homer, Odyssey 24.496–497
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