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The myth of Clotho, one of the fates of Greek mythology

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One of the most important myths that features Clotho is the tale of Tantalus and his son Pelops. Seeking the blessings of the gods on his kingdom, Tantalus invited them for a special banquet. During this feast, Tantalus served the pantheon his son, whom he had cut into pieces and served in a stew. While most of the Olympians sensed what Tantalus had done, the goddess Demeter ate the child’s left shoulder because she was overcome with grief at losing her daughter, Persephone, to Hades. So cool!

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Nice reading,did you know about gardenia the flower which has a very strong aroma?, Aphrodite the goddess of love who used to fill the room with gardenias when having her desires satisfied!?.... Kalley Mera from Thailand and Kalllo Paska.
 
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Hash said:
Nice reading,did you know about gardenia the flower which has a very strong aroma?, Aphrodite the goddess of love who used to fill the room with gardenias when having her desires satisfied!?.... Kalley Mera from Thailand and Kalllo Paska.
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So interesting how love is always so important in Greek mythology! Thanks for the info
 
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This story is crazy! Everyone ate his son?!?! Did this story have a lesson for us to learn or something?
 
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