Diomedes

/ˌdaɪoʊˈmiːdiːz/ noun

Definition

In Greek mythology, a hero known for his courage in the Trojan War and his confrontation with the god Ares.

Etymology

From Greek 'Diomēdēs,' possibly meaning 'thoughtful' or 'having the mind of Zeus,' where 'dios' refers to Zeus and 'mēdea' means thought or counsel.

Kelly Says

Diomedes was so fierce in the Trojan War that Homer says he actually wounded both Ares and Aphrodite—the only mortal to do so—and later became the legendary ancestor of the albatross, proving even heroes have strange origin stories in mythology!

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