Dolius

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In Greek mythology, more precisely in the epic tradition recounted in Homer's Odyssey, Dolius or Dolios (Ancient Greek: Δολίος) was a slave of Penelope whom she had received from her father Icarius on occasion of her marriage to Odysseus. He served as a gardener.^[1]

Family

Dolius had at least seven sons, including Melanthius,^[2] and at least one daughter, Melantho.^[3] His wife was a slave from Sicily, whose name is not given.^[4]

Mythology

After Odysseus' identity had finally been revealed, Dolius heartily welcomed Odysseus in his home, expressing great joy to see his master alive and well.^[5] Later, he and his six sons^[6] were among the loyal servants who joined Odysseus to stand against the relatives of the slain suitors.^[7]

See also

• 10989 Dolios, Jupiter trojan asteroid
• List of Greek mythological figures

Notes

References

• Homer, The Odyssey with an English Translation by A.T. Murray, PH.D. in two volumes. Cambridge, MA., Harvard University Press; London, William Heinemann, Ltd. 1919. ISBN 978-0674995611. Online version at the Perseus Digital Library. Greek text available from the same website.

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