Which mythology does Sarpedon belong to?

Sarpedon belongs to Greek mythology.

Which stories does Sarpedon appear in?

Sarpedon appears in The Iliad, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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Sarpedon

Lycian king and son of Zeus, fallen at Troy

Mythology: Greek mythology
Parents: Zeus
Group: Mortal · War · Demigods
Appears in: The Iliad

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Sarpedon is the noble Lycian commander, a son of Zeus who fights for Troy. When Patroclus cuts him down, Zeus weeps tears of blood, unable to spare his own child from fate. The god sends Sleep and Death to bear his body home to Lycia for honored burial.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Sarpedon?: Sarpedon is the noble Lycian commander, a son of Zeus who fights for Troy. When Patroclus cuts him down, Zeus weeps tears of blood, unable to spare his own child from fate. The god sends Sleep and Death to bear his body home to Lycia for honored burial.
Which mythology does Sarpedon belong to?: Sarpedon belongs to Greek mythology.
Which stories does Sarpedon appear in?: Sarpedon appears in The Iliad, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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