Which mythology does Phaedra belong to?

Phaedra belongs to Greek mythology.

Which stories does Phaedra appear in?

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

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Phaedra

The queen consumed by forbidden love for her stepson

Mythology: Greek mythology
Parents: Minos · Pasiphae
Siblings: Ariadne
Group: Heroes · Mortal · Queen · Love
Appears in: Theseus

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Phaedra is the Cretan wife of Theseus, struck by Aphrodite with a ruinous passion for her stepson Hippolytus. When he recoils from her in horror, shame and fury overtake her. She hangs herself, leaving behind a letter accusing him of assault, and Theseus calls down Poseidon's curse that destroys his innocent son.

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Theseus

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Who is Phaedra?: Phaedra is the Cretan wife of Theseus, struck by Aphrodite with a ruinous passion for her stepson Hippolytus. When he recoils from her in horror, shame and fury overtake her.
Which mythology does Phaedra belong to?: Phaedra belongs to Greek mythology.
Which stories does Phaedra appear in?: Phaedra appears in Theseus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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