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  1. Ariadne - Wikipedia

    Detail of ancient fresco in Pompeii. In Greek mythology, Ariadne (/ ˌæriˈædni / ⓘ; Ancient Greek: Ἀριάδνη; Latin: Ariadne) was a Cretan princess, the daughter of King Minos of Crete.

  2. Ariadne | Myth & Summary | Britannica

    5 days ago · Ariadne, in Greek mythology, daughter of Pasiphae and the Cretan king Minos. She fell in love with the Athenian hero Theseus and, with a thread or glittering jewels, helped him …

  3. Ariadne - World History Encyclopedia

    Apr 1, 2022 · Ariadne is a figure in Greek mythology, best known for her role in helping Theseus to defeat the monstrous half-man half-bull Minotaur, her half-brother, and escape the …

  4. Ariadne - Greek Mythology

    Ariadne was the daughter of King Minos of Crete and his wife Pasiphae, in Greek mythology. By her mother, she was the granddaughter of the sun god Helios. She is best known for her …

  5. ARIADNE - Greek Goddess Wife of Dionysus (Roman Libera)

    During his war against Argives with a band of sea-women, Ariadne was slain or turned to stone by King Perseus. The god descended into the underworld to recover her and brought her back …

  6. Who Was Ariadne in Greek Mythology? Powers, Symbols, and …

    Sep 24, 2024 · Who is Ariadne in Greek Mythology? Ariadne is a key figure in Greek mythology, recognised as the daughter of King Minos of Crete and Queen Pasiphae. She is best known …

  7. Ariadne – Mythopedia

    May 23, 2023 · Ariadne, daughter of Minos, was the Cretan princess who helped Theseus defeat the Minotaur. Abandoned by Theseus on the island of Naxos, she later married the god …

  8. Ariadne in Greek Mythology - Greek Legends and Myths

    Ariadne was the mortal daughter of King Minos of Crete. Ariadne would leave Crete in the company of Theseus but would end up as the wife of the god Dionysus.

  9. Ariadne Name Meaning - OUR BIBLE HERITAGE

    Feb 15, 2025 · Ariadne is of Greek origin, derived from the name Arianrhod, which connects to the meaning “most holy.” It is predominantly used for girls and has been embraced in various …

  10. Ariadne: The Mythical Princess Of Crete And Theseus

    Ariadne, daughter of King Minos and Queen Pasiphae, was an iconic figure in ancient Greek mythology. Born in Crete, her life and adventures are intertwined with the legendary hero …