Euryale (Gorgon)


Euryale, in Greek mythology, was the second eldest of the Gorgons, the three sisters that have the hair of living, venomous snakes.

Family

Euryale and her sisters were daughters of primordial sea god and goddess Phorcys and Ceto, who personified the dangers of the sea. According to Hyginus, the parents of the Gorgons were Gorgon and Ceto. In some varations of the myth of Orion, she is the hunter's mother by Poseidon, who lay with her following Medusa's death.

Mythology

Euryale and her sister Stheno were immortal, whereas Medusa was mortal. In some versions of mythology, Euryale, like Medusa, also had the ability to turn anyone to stone with her gaze. In many stories, Euryale is noted for her bellowing cries, particularly in the tale of Medusa's death at Perseus' hands.