Tiresias - Wikipedia
WEBIn Greek mythology, Tiresias (/ taɪˈriːsiəs /; Ancient Greek: Τειρεσίας, romanized: Teiresías) was a blind prophet of Apollo in Thebes, famous for clairvoyance and for being transformed into a woman for seven years. He was the son of the shepherd Everes and the nymph Chariclo. [1] .
Tiresias | Blindness, Prophecy, Oracle | Britannica
WEBTiresias, in Greek mythology, a blind Theban seer, the son of one of Athena’s favourites, the nymph Chariclo. He is a participant in several well-known legends. Among the ancient authors who mention him are Sophocles, Euripides, Pindar, and Ovid.
Tiresias – Mythopedia
WEBFeb 27, 2023 · Tiresias, a famous blind prophet, played a central role in the mythology of Thebes. His knowledge, experiences, and abilities far surpassed those of ordinary mortals: Tiresias lived as both a man and a woman, spoke with the gods, and advised heroes such as Odysseus—even after death.
Tiresias - Greek Blind Prophet of Apollo in Thebes - Mythology.net
WEBNov 10, 2016 · In Greek Mythology, Tiresias was a well-known prophet for Apollo. He was the son of a shepherd named Everes and a nymph named Chariclo. He resided in Thebes and played an active part in several myths, including the tragic unfolding of events surrounding the kings of Thebes, including Laius and Oedipus.
A Summary and Analysis of the Myth of Tiresias
WEBIn Greek mythology and literature, Tiresias was a seer or soothsayer. In other words, he was a prophet. How he attained the gift of prophecy, however, is a curious one, and worth exploring, so in this post we’re going to take a look at the myths surrounding the figure of Tiresias, and his role in classical and more recent literature.
Teiresias - Greek Mythology
WEBTeiresias was, perhaps, the most famous of all ancient Greek seers. Son of Everes and Chariclo, he lived through seven generations, from the days of Cadmus and all the way to the time of Oedipus and his children.
Tiresias in Greek Mythology - Greek Legends and Myths
WEBTiersias was one of the great seers of Greek mythology, seemingly unhindered by the fact that he was blind. There are various stories of how Tiersias gained his power, and how he became to be blind.
Tiresias: The Blind Seer of Greek Mythology | Ancient Origins
WEBJul 19, 2022 · One such character is Tiresias, the blind seer of Thebes, whose origins have inspired academic discourse and curiosity for generations. Who Was Tiresias? Tiresias was born in Thebes and was said to be descended from the Sparti, a legendary line of Theban nobility. His parents were the Theban shepherd Eueres and the nymph Chariclo.
Tiresias - Encyclopedia.com
WEBMay 17, 2018 · The blind prophet of Greek myth, Tiresias appears in all of the Greek tragedies that take place in Thebes— Oedipus Rex, Antigone, and The Phoenician Women —as well as in Euripides' The Bacchae and in Homer's The Odyssey.
Tiresias | The Blind Seer Who Transformed Into a Woman - Olympioi
WEBSep 20, 2023 · Tiresias, in art and literature, is often depicted as an old man, leaning on a staff, with a cloak covering his sightless eyes. His blindness, rather than a handicap, is symbolic of his inner vision and insight.