Entity: MINOTAUR
The Minotaur is a mythical creature from ancient Greek stories, with the body of a human and the head of a bull. It was housed in the Cretan Labyrinth and fed on human flesh until slain by Theseus.
MINOTAUR
Etymology
The term 'Minotaur' is derived from ancient Greek mythology, specifically from the story of Pasiphaë and the Cretan bull.
Definition
The Minotaur is a mythical creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man. It was confined in the Cretan Labyrinth and fed on human flesh until it was slain by Theseus.
Historical Context
In Greek mythology, the Minotaur was a symbol of power and fear, representing the consequences of greed and betrayal.
Cultural Significance
The Minotaur has been a popular figure in art, literature, and popular culture, often used as a symbol of inner conflict or primal instincts.
Related Concepts
The Minotaur is often associated with other mythical creatures such as the Sphinx and the Hydra.
See Also
- Greek mythology
- Theseus
- Labyrinth
A legendary monster with the head of a bull and the body of a man, confined in the labyrinth built by Daedalus for Minos, and given a periodic tribute of youths and maidens as food until slain by Theseus.