Narcissus (mythology) - Wikipedia
WEBIn Greek mythology, Narcissus (/ n ɑːr ˈ s ɪ s ə s /; Ancient Greek: Νάρκισσος, romanized: Nárkissos) was a hunter from Thespiae in Boeotia (alternatively Mimas or modern day Karaburun, Izmir) who was known for his beauty which was noticed by all, regardless of …
Narcissus | Definition & Myth | Britannica
WEBApr 9, 2024 · Narcissus, in Greek mythology, the son of the river god Cephissus and the nymph Liriope. According to myth, his rejection of the love of the nymph Echo or of the young man Ameinias drew upon him the vengeance of the gods, and he fell in love with his own reflection in the waters of a spring and pined away.
Narcissus :: The Self-Lover - Greek Mythology
WEBNarcissus, a figure renowned in Greek mythology, was the son of the river god Cephissus and the nymph Liriope. Known for his striking beauty, Narcissus captured the hearts of many, yet he met each admirer with nothing but disdain and contempt.
Narcissus - World History Encyclopedia
WEBMar 5, 2023 · Narcissus is a figure from Greek mythology who was so impossibly handsome that he fell in love with his own image reflected in a pool of water. Even the lovely nymph Echo could not tempt him from his self-absorption. Narcissus' name lives on as the flower into which he was transformed and as a synonym for those obsessed with …
Narcissus (plant) - Wikipedia
WEBNarcissus is a genus of predominantly spring flowering perennial plants of the amaryllis family, Amaryllidaceae. Various common names including daffodil, narcissus and jonquil, are used to describe all or some members of the genus. Narcissus has conspicuous flowers with six petal-like tepals surmounted by a cup- or trumpet-shaped corona.
Narcissus Flowers: Meanings, Symbolism, and Myths
WEBFeb 26, 2024 · Narcissus Flowers: Meanings, Symbolism, and Myths. By Andrew Gaumond February 26, 2024 Updated on March 25, 2024. Narcissus flowers have ancient symbolic meanings dating back to Greek Mythological tales. In modern times, these famous spring bloomers are most commonly associated with good luck and prosperity.
Narcissus • Facts and Information on the Greek Hero Narcissus
WEBThe root of narcissus is “narcissism” — a word that means being vain, selfish, or having an excessive admiration or love for one’s physical appearance. While Narcissus is a Greek tale, the Romans seem to have taken it over and elaborated on it throughout history.
Narcissus Facts | Britannica
WEBNarcissus, in Greek mythology, the son of the river god Cephissus and the nymph Liriope. According to myth, his rejection of the love of the nymph Echo or of the young man Ameinias drew upon him the vengeance of the gods, and he fell in love with his own reflection in the waters of a spring and pined away.
Narcissus | Description, Plant, Flower, Bulb, & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 17, 2024 · narcissus, (genus Narcissus ), genus of about 40 species of bulbous, often fragrant, plants in the amaryllis family. The genus is native primarily to Europe and includes a number of popular garden ornamentals and cut flowers. The bulbs of Narcissus species, which are poisonous, were once used in medicines as an emetic and cathartic. Taxonomy.
Narcissus (mythology) - Wikiwand
WEBIn Greek mythology, Narcissus ( / nɑːrˈsɪsəs /; Ancient Greek: Νάρκισσος, romanized: Nárkissos) was a hunter from Thespiae in Boeotia (alternatively Mimas or modern day Karaburun, Izmir) who was known for his beauty which was noticed by all, regardless of …
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