Who are the parents of Eos according to Greek mythology?
Eos is the daughter of the Titans Hyperion and Theia. In rarer traditions, she is called the daughter of the Titan Pallas.
Questions about Eos
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the earliest attestation of the name Eos in ancient history?
The earliest attestation of her name appears in Mycenaean Greek on a tablet from Pylos. The Linear B script records it as a-wo-i-jo.
How did Tithonus die after receiving immortality from Zeus?
Tithonus aged forever inside her palace chamber because Zeus granted immortality without eternal youth. He eventually turned into a cicada after withering away completely.
When was the Matralia festival celebrated for Roman dawn goddesses?
On June 11 the Matralia festival celebrated her honor for women during their first marriage. This event honored the Roman cult associated with dawn known as Matuta.
Why does Eos appear with wings in ancient art unlike other Olympians?
She is the only child of Hyperion depicted with wings in ancient art. Her team of horses pull her chariot across the sky while she rides ahead of Helios.