Calliope Goddess of Music, Song and Dance in Greek Mythology

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FEMUSINDO.com - Calliope, spelled Kalliope, is the goddess of music, song and dance. She is also the goddess of eloquence and epic poetry.

Calliope in Greek mythology is the daughter of Zeus and Mnemosyne, and is now known as the Muse of Homer, as the inspiration for the Iliad and Odyssey.

Calliope is a feminine name derived from Greek, which comes from the word kalós, which means beautiful voice.

This melodious name is also owned by Calliope, one of the nine goddesses in ancient Greek mythology.

In one story, Calliope was the lover of the god of war Ares, and gave birth to several children, namely Migdon, Edonos, Biston and Odomantos.

They (Calliope's children) are known as the founders of the tribes in Thrace, namely the Migdones, Edones, Bistones and Odomantes.

Calliope also had two famous sons, Orpheus and Linus, from her relationship with Apollo or perhaps with Oiagros of Thrace.

Calliope taught Orpheus to sing. Calliope was the wisest of the Muses, as well as the most strict.

Calliope, with this lyre symbol, is usually depicted carrying a scroll or book, or wearing a golden crown.

Sometimes, she is depicted with a writing tablet in her hand. In addition, sometimes she is also depicted with her children. (*)