Which mythology does Hippolytus belong to?

Hippolytus belongs to Greek mythology.

Which stories does Hippolytus appear in?

Hippolytus appears in Theseus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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Hippolytus

The chaste hunter destroyed by Phaedra's false accusation

Mythology: Greek mythology
Parents: Hippolyta · Theseus
Group: Heroes
Appears in: Theseus

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Hippolytus is the son of Theseus, a devotee of the virgin huntress Artemis who scorns love and Aphrodite both. The slighted goddess curses his stepmother Phaedra with passion for him; rejected, she hangs herself and leaves a note accusing him of assault. Theseus calls down Poseidon's curse, and a bull from the sea panics his horses, dragging the innocent youth to his death.

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Who is Hippolytus?: Hippolytus is the son of Theseus, a devotee of the virgin huntress Artemis who scorns love and Aphrodite both. The slighted goddess curses his stepmother Phaedra with passion for him; rejected, she hangs herself and leaves a note accusing him of assault.
Which mythology does Hippolytus belong to?: Hippolytus belongs to Greek mythology.
Which stories does Hippolytus appear in?: Hippolytus appears in Theseus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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