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Bookmark or Share- Medusa | Myth & Story | BritannicaMedusa, in Greek mythology, the most famous of the monster figures known as Gorgons. She was usually represented as a winged female creature having a head of hair consisting of snakes; unlike the Gorgons, she was sometimes represented as very beautiful.
- Medusa - Description, History, Myths & Interpretations - Mythology.netWhile Medusa is known to be one of the most famous monsters in Greek mythology, there is relatively little that is recorded of her existence before she was beheaded by Perseus. Most of what we know of Medusa comes from her short time serving in Athena’s temple and the way in which her head was used after she was beheaded by Perseus.
- Medusa • Legendary Snake Haired Gorgon of Greek MythologyMedusa is a character from Greek mythology known for her snake-covered head. Originally, she’s said to be the daughter of two sea gods, Phorcys and Ceto, and one of three sisters, all of whom are Gorgons.
- Medusa - WikipediaIn Greek mythology, Medusa (/ mɪˈdjuːzə, - sə /; Ancient Greek: Μέδουσα, romanized: Médousa, lit. 'guardian, protectress'), [a] also called Gorgo (Ancient Greek: Γοργώ) [b] or the Gorgon, was one of the three Gorgons.
- Medusa in Greek Mythology - Origin Story & Death - World History EduStory: Medusa was once a beautiful maiden who served in the temple of Athena. She caught the eye of Poseidon, the god of the sea, and the two were intimate in Athena’s temple. This act of disrespect angered Athena, who transformed Medusa into a Gorgon as punishment.
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