Greek Mythology

The Classical Gods of Ancient Greece

ARETHUSA

Greek River Spirit

River Nymph

One of the Nereids.

She was a nymph pursued by Alpheus. By turning into a spring and a river she evaded him for a good thousand years before they agreed to mingle.

This must be the longest lust, rejection, love and courtship scenario ever.

Arethusa Facts and Figures

Name: Arethusa
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Female
Type: Spirit
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: Rivers
Area of expertise: River, Rivers, Stream, Streams

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 3164

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Article last revised on November 20, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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