Which mythology does Atropos belong to?

Atropos belongs to Greek mythology.

Which stories does Atropos appear in?

Atropos appears in Birth of the Cosmos, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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Atropos

The Fate who cuts the thread of every life

Mythology: Greek mythology
Parents: Themis · Zeus
Siblings: Lachesis · Clotho
Group: Divine · Moirai
Appears in: Birth of the Cosmos

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Atropos is the eldest and most inexorable of the three Moirai, the one whose name means unturning. While Clotho spins each mortal's thread and Lachesis measures its length, it is Atropos who chooses the manner of death and severs the thread with her shears. Not even the gods can stay her cut.

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Zeus Themis Lachesis Clotho

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Birth of the Cosmos

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Atropos?: Atropos is the eldest and most inexorable of the three Moirai, the one whose name means unturning. While Clotho spins each mortal's thread and Lachesis measures its length, it is Atropos who chooses the manner of death and severs the thread with her shears. Not even the gods can stay her cut.
Which mythology does Atropos belong to?: Atropos belongs to Greek mythology.
Which stories does Atropos appear in?: Atropos appears in Birth of the Cosmos, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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