A presentation on the greek myth of Jason and the Argonauts.

2. CHARACTERS
Jason was the son of King Aeson of Iolcus and Alcimede making
him a prince of Thessaly.
Jason's Role: Jason was chosen by his uncle Pelias to retrieve
the Golden Fleece as a way to reclaim his rightful throne from
Pelias, who had usurped it. Jason accepted the challenge and
embarked on a perilous journey to Colchis, located on the
eastern coast of the Black Sea, where the Golden Fleece was
guarded by a dragon.

3. THE BEGINNING
King Athamas was the ruler of Boeotia, a region in ancient Greece. He was
married to Nephele, a cloud nymph, and they had two children together, Phrixus and
Helle. However, Athamas later fell in love with Ino, the daughter of Cadmus, the
founder of Thebes.
Ino was ambitious and cunning. She wanted to secure her position as queen,
so she devised a plan to get rid of Athamas's children from his previous marriage. She
manipulated the situation to make it seem like a famine was caused by the anger of
the gods, and convinced Athamas that the only way to end the famine was to sacrifice
Phrixus.
Athamas reluctantly agreed to sacrifice his son, but just as he was about to do
so, Nephele intervened. She sent a golden ram with a fleece of gold to rescue her
children. Phrixus and Helle climbed onto the ram's back, and it flew them away to
safety. However, during their journey, Helle fell off the ram's back and drowned in the
sea, giving the body of water between After being rescued by the golden ram sent by
his mother Nephele, Phrixus eventually reached the kingdom of Colchis, located on
the eastern coast of the Black Sea. There, he was welcomed by King Aeetes, who
was impressed by the miraculous golden ram and the boy's tale of escape. In
gratitude, Phrixus sacrificed the ram to the gods and presented its golden fleece to
King Aeetes.Europe and Asia the name Hellespont in her memory.

4. THE BEGINNING
Meanwhile, back in Boeotia, Ino's deceitful nature was revealed,
and the people turned against her. In a fit of madness, Athamas chased
Ino and their remaining son, Learchus, with a knife. Ino, fearing for her
life, threw herself and Learchus off a cliff into the sea. However, the gods
took pity on them and transformed them into sea deities, known as
Leucothea and her son Palaemon.
Athamas, upon realizing the truth and the consequences of his
actions, was consumed by guilt and remorse. He wandered the land in
despair until he was eventually purified of his sins and found redemption.
After being rescued by the golden ram sent by his mother Nephele,
Phrixus eventually reached the kingdom of Colchis, located on the
eastern coast of the Black Sea. There, he was welcomed by King Aeetes,
who was impressed by the miraculous golden ram and the boy's tale of
escape. In gratitude, Phrixus sacrificed the ram to the gods and
presented its golden fleece to King Aeetes.

5. CHARACTERS
Medea: The daughter of King Aeëtes of Colchis and a powerful sorceress.
Medea falls in love with Jason and helps him obtain the Golden Fleece by
providing magical assistance, including a potion to make the dragon guarding
the fleece fall asleep.
King Pelias: The usurper king of Iolcus and Jason's uncle. Pelias sends
Jason on the quest for the Golden Fleece hoping he will not return, but
ultimately meets his demise at the hands of Medea and Jason.
King Aeëtes: The king of Colchis and the guardian of the Golden Fleece.
Aeëtes sets Jason seemingly impossible tasks to obtain the fleece, including
yoking fire-breathing bulls and sowing dragon's teeth.
Apsyrtus: Son of King Aeëtes, brother of Medea whom she killed.

6. CHARACTERS
The Golden Fleece: The fleece of a magical ram, Chrysomallos, that was
sacrificed by Phrixus and Helle, children of the cloud nymph Nephele, to
escape the wrath of their stepmother Ino. The fleece is guarded by a dragon
in Colchis and becomes the central goal of Jason's quest.
The Dragon: The fearsome creature tasked with guarding the Golden Fleece
in Colchis. It is eventually overcome by Jason with the help of Medea's magic.
Hera: The queen of the gods and protector of Jason throughout his journey.
Hera aids Jason and the Argonauts in various ways, hoping to ensure their
success in their quest.
Mermeros and Pheres: Sons of Jason and Medea

7. CHARACTERS
King Athamas – Ruler of Boeotia, husband of Nephele
Nephele – wife of King Athamas
Phrixus and Helle – children of King Athamas and Nephele
Princess Ino – mistress of King Athamas, daughter of Cadmus

8. THE ARGONAUTS

9. The Argonauts
Heracles (Hercules): The greatest hero of Greek mythology, known for his
incredible strength and numerous feats.
Orpheus: A legendary musician and poet, known for his skillful playing of the
lyre and his ability to charm even the gods with his music.
Castor and Pollux (Polydeuces): Twin brothers, both skilled horsemen and
warriors, known as the Dioscuri or the Gemini twins.
Peleus: A hero and the father of Achilles, known for his participation in the
Calydonian Boar Hunt and his marriage to the sea nymph Thetis.
Telamon: A noble hero, father of Ajax the Great, and companion of Heracles
in many adventures.

10. The Argonauts
Theseus: The legendary king of Athens and hero of numerous myths,
including the slaying of the Minotaur.
Atalanta: A skilled huntress and athlete, known for her participation in the
Calydonian Boar Hunt and her swift running.
Argus: The shipbuilder who constructed the Argo, the ship used by the
Argonauts on their journey.
Orpheus: A legendary musician and poet, known for his skillful playing of the
lyre and his ability to charm even the gods with his music.
Mopsus: A seer and prophet who accompanied the Argonauts on their
journey, known for his ability to interpret signs and omens.

11. The Argonauts
Euphemus: A hero who was said to have been able to run across the surface of the
sea.
Calais and Zetes: The winged sons of Boreas, the North Wind, known for their
swift flight and participation in the quest for the Golden Fleece.
Lynceus: A hero with exceptionally sharp eyesight, known for his ability to see
things from great distances.
Tiphys: The helmsman of the Argo, known for his skill in navigating the ship
through treacherous waters.
Argo: The ship itself, which was said to have been constructed under the guidance
of the goddess Athena and was endowed with magical properties to aid the
Argonauts on their journey.

12. Island of Lemnos - Stop 1
Land of the Doliones - Stop 2
Cyzicus (or Mysia) - Stop 3
Bebrycia – Stop 4
Isle of Ares (or Mars) - Stop 5
Strophades Islands- Stop 6
Symplegades (Clashing Rocks) - Stop 7
The Kingdom of Colchis - Final Destination

13. What happened in the Island of Lemnos?
The island of Lemnos is associated with the story of the Lemnian women, a
tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption. According to the myth, the women
of Lemnos had neglected to honor the goddess Aphrodite, and as a result,
she cursed them with a foul odor, causing their husbands to seek
companionship elsewhere.
During Jason's voyage with the Argonauts, they landed on the island of
Lemnos. They found it inhabited only by women, as the men had been killed
by their wives due to the neglect and subsequent betrayal. However, the
queen of Lemnos, Hypsipyle, had spared her father, King Thoas, and he was
living in exile.
Upon their arrival, the Argonauts were welcomed by the women of Lemnos,
who were eager to establish new relationships. Jason and his crew stayed on
the island for some time, during which Jason fathered children, Euneus and
Nebrophonus, with Hypsipyle.
Eventually, the Argonauts continued their journey, leaving Lemnos behind.

14. What happened at the Land of Doliones?
The Land of the Doliones (sometimes referred to as the Dolionians or Dolionians) is a
significant stop during their journey. The Doliones were a peaceful and hospitable people
who inhabited a region along the southeastern coast of the Black Sea.
During their voyage, the Argonauts landed in the Land of the Doliones, where they were
warmly welcomed by the king of the Doliones, Cyzicus. The king offered them hospitality
and assistance, and the Argonauts, in turn, helped the Doliones repel an attack by the
aggressive and monstrous giants known as the Gegeines.
However, tragedy befell both the Doliones and the Argonauts due to a series of unfortunate
events. When the Argonauts departed the land of the Doliones, they encountered a storm
that blew them off course. Upon returning to the land of the Doliones, they were mistaken
for enemies by the Doliones, who did not recognize them due to the darkness of the stormy
night.
In the confusion, a battle ensued, resulting in the unintentional deaths of many Doliones,
including King Cyzicus himself. When dawn broke and the misunderstanding was realized,
both the Argonauts and the surviving Doliones mourned the loss of their allies and hosts.
The Argonauts held funeral rites for the fallen Doliones before continuing their journey,
carrying the weight of this tragic incident with them.

15. What happened at Bebrycia?
In the myth of the Argonauts, after the Argonauts landed on the shores
of Bebrycia, Amycus, the king of the Bebryces, challenged them to a
series of boxing matches. Amycus was known for his strength and skill
in boxing, and he sought to test the prowess of the Argonauts.
The boxing match between Polydeuces (Pollux) and Amycus, referred
to as "the boxing of Lollux" in some retellings, took place on the island
of Bebrycia, also known as the land of the Bebryces or the Bebrycian
coast.
Polydeuces, one of the Argonauts and the twin brother of Castor,
accepted the challenge and fought Amycus in a brutal boxing match.
Despite Amycus' formidable reputation, Polydeuces emerged victorious,
defeating Amycus and avenging the death of one of his companions

16. What happened at the Isle of Ares?
The Isle of Ares (also known as the Island of the Phaeacians) is where
the hero Jason and his crew encounter various challenges. This island
is inhabited by the Phaeacians, a people closely associated with the
god Ares.
One of the main events that takes place on the Isle of Ares involves the
encounter between Jason and the king of the Phaeacians, Alcinous.
Jason seeks the assistance of the Phaeacians in his quest to obtain the
Golden Fleece, and Alcinous ultimately agrees to help him. Alcinous
hosts Jason and his crew, providing them with hospitality and
assistance in their journey.
During their time on the Isle of Ares, Jason also meets the sorceress

17. What happened at the Strophades Islands?
Jason and his crew encounter the Harpies on the Strophades Islands.
The Harpies are mythical creatures with the body of a bird and the head
of a woman. They are often depicted as agents of punishment, stealing
food from their victims and leaving behind a foul stench.
During their journey, the Argonauts stop at the Strophades Islands to
rest and replenish their supplies. However, their tranquility is disrupted
when the Harpies descend upon them. The Harpies swoop down and
steal the food from the Argonauts, creating chaos and havoc.
In this island, the argonauts met Phineus. Phineus was a seer and king
of Salmydessus, who had been punished by the gods for revealing too
much of the future. As a consequence, he was blinded and tormented
by the Harpies, who would constantly swoop down and steal his food,
leaving him unable to eat.

18. What happened at the Strophades Islands?
When the Argonauts arrived at the Strophades Islands and
encountered Phineus, they learned of his plight and offered to help him.
In return, Phineus promised to provide the Argonauts with valuable
information and guidance for their journey.
To assist Phineus and protect him from the Harpies, the Argonauts
devised a plan. When the Harpies descended to steal Phineus's food
as usual, the Argonauts armed themselves and stood ready to confront
the creatures. When the Harpies approached, the Argonauts chased
them away, allowing Phineus to eat in peace for the first time in a long
while.
In gratitude for their assistance, Phineus provided the Argonauts with
crucial information about the dangers they would face on their journey,

19. HARPIES

20. What happened at the Symplegades?
The Symplegades, also known as the Clashing Rocks or the Planctae,
are a legendary pair of rocks or islands in Greek mythology. According
to the myth, these rocks were situated at the Bosporus Strait or the
Dardanelles, and they would smash together and crush any ship that
tried to pass between them.
In the myth of Jason and the Argonauts, the hero Jason and his crew
encountered the Symplegades. To navigate through this perilous
passage, Jason sought the advice of Phineus, a blind prophet, who told
him to release a dove ahead of the ship. When the dove flew between
the rocks, they just grazed its tail feathers. Taking this as a sign, Jason
and his crew rowed with all their might as the rocks clashed behind
them, narrowly escaping destruction.

21. What happened at Colchis?
Colchis was an ancient kingdom located on the eastern coast of the Black Sea,
corresponding roughly to the present-day region of western Georgia.
Here are some key events associated with Colchis:
1.The Golden Fleece: King Aeëtes possessed the Golden Fleece, a symbol of kingship
and power. When Jason and the Argonauts arrived in Colchis seeking the Golden Fleece,
King Aeëtes set them a series of seemingly impossible tasks to accomplish before he
would relinquish it.
2.The Tasks of Jason: To obtain the Golden Fleece, Jason had to accomplish several
challenging tasks set by King Aeëtes. These tasks included yoking the fierce Colchian
Bull, plowing a field with it, and sowing the dragon's teeth to raise an army of warriors
known as the Spartoi.
3.The Confrontation: With Medea's magical protection, Jason faces the dragon in a fierce
battle. Depending on the version of the myth, Jason may slay the dragon with his sword,
spear, or other weapons, or he may use cunning and strategy to overcome the beast..
4.The Flight of Jason and Medea: After securing the Golden Fleece, Jason and Medea
fled from Colchis, taking the fleece with them. Medea's betrayal of her father and her

22. NOTABLE ENCOUNTERS/CHALLENEGES FACED
BY THE ARGONAUTS

23. ENCOUNTER
WITH THE SIRENS

24. ENCOUNTER WITH THE SIRENS
The encounter with the Sirens is one of the famous episodes in the myth of Jason and the
Argonauts. In Greek mythology, the Sirens were enchanting creatures, often depicted as beautiful
women with the wings of birds, who lured sailors to their doom with their mesmerizing voices and
irresistible songs.
Here's what happened during the Argonauts' encounter with the Sirens:
1.Approaching the Sirens: As the Argonauts sailed their journey, they approached the island of the
Sirens. These dangerous creatures inhabited rocky cliffs along the coastline and sang bewitching
melodies to passing sailors.
2.Orpheus' Intervention: Orpheus, the famed musician and poet among the Argonauts, played a
crucial role during the encounter with the Sirens. Recognizing the danger posed by the Sirens'
song, Orpheus decided to counter their enchanting melodies with his own music.
3.Orpheus' Music: When the Argonauts neared the Sirens' island, Orpheus began to play his lyre
and sing with such haunting beauty that his music drowned out the alluring voices of the Sirens.
His enchanting melodies captivated the crew of the Argo and prevented them from succumbing to
the Sirens' temptations.
4.Safe Passage: Thanks to Orpheus' intervention, the Argonauts were able to pass the island of the
Sirens safely, avoiding the fate that befell many other sailors who had been lured to their deaths by

25. ENCOUNTER WITH TALOS

26. ENCOUNTER WITH TALOS IN CRETE
According to some versions of the myth, when the Argonauts landed on
Crete, Talos attempted to prevent them from disembarking or
trespassing on the island. Talos was a giant automaton made of bronze
who guarded the island of Crete. Talos had the ability to hurl massive
stones and heat his body to red-hot temperatures, making him a
formidable adversary.
In their confrontation with Talos, the Argonauts faced a significant
challenge. However, they ultimately found a way to defeat him. The
specific details of Talos' demise vary in different accounts of the myth.
Some versions suggest that the sorceress Medea used her magic to
deceive or incapacitate Talos, while others indicate that the Argonauts
exploited a vulnerability in Talos' anatomy, such as a single vein or nail
that served as his only weakness.

27. JASON’S RETURN TO IOLCUS WITH THE
GOLDEN FLEECE

28. Back to Iolcus
After Jason and the Argonauts returned to Iolcus with the Golden Fleece,
Pelias refused to relinquish the throne to Jason, fearing the fulfillment of the
prophecy that foretold his downfall. In an attempt to remove Pelias from
power, Medea devised a plan to deceive and ultimately kill him.
Medea tricked Pelias' daughters into believing that she could restore their
father's youth and vitality through a magical ritual. She claimed that she could
rejuvenate Pelias by boiling him in a cauldron of special herbs and potions.
In preparation for the ritual, Medea convinced Pelias' daughters to cut him
into pieces and place them in the cauldron. However, despite their hopes, the
process did not restore Pelias' youth. Instead, he perished in the cauldron,
meeting his end at the hands of Medea's deceit.
Pelias' death brought an end to his reign as king of Iolcus, fulfilling the
prophecy regarding his downfall. Jason and Medea assumed control of the
kingdom, but their actions and the manner of Pelias' death led to further
consequences and conflicts in their story.

29. MEDEA’S KILLINGS
After Jason and Medea obtained the Golden Fleece and returned to Iolcus, they faced
further trials and challenges. Eventually, they settled in Corinth, where they had two sons.
Over time, Jason grew dissatisfied with his marriage to Medea and sought to marry Glauce,
the daughter of King Creon of Corinth, in order to secure political power and wealth.
Jason's decision to marry Glauce was seen as a betrayal by Medea.
In a fit of rage and desperation, Medea concocted a plan for revenge. She sent a poisoned
robe and crown to Glauce as a wedding gift. When Glauce put on the gifts, she was
consumed by flames and died a gruesome death.
To inflict further pain on Jason and ensure that he would suffer as she had, Medea made
the heartbreaking decision to kill her own sons, Mermeros and Pheres. She did this by
using a knife to slit their throats.
Medea's actions shocked the people of Corinth and led to widespread outrage. Jason was
devastated by the loss of his sons and cursed Medea for her heinous deeds.
After killing her sons, Medea fled Corinth in a chariot pulled by dragons, escaping the wrath
of Jason and the Corinthians. She eventually found refuge in Athens, where she continued
her life in exile.

30. THE DEATH OF JASON
According to various sources and traditions, including the works of
ancient writers like Apollonius of Rhodes and the tragedian Euripides,
Jason met a tragic end.
One common version of Jason's death suggests that he died alone and
in despair, abandoned by friends and allies, as a result of his own
misfortunes and the consequences of his actions. After the death of his
sons and his exile from Corinth, Jason wandered in loneliness and
bitterness. In some accounts, he sought refuge in the dilapidated ship
Argo, the vessel that had carried him on his famous quest.
According to the tragedy "Medea" by Euripides, Jason is said to have
died when the rotting timbers of the Argo fell upon him, causing his
demise. This tragic end serves as a fitting conclusion to Jason's story,
reflecting the themes of downfall and hubris that are prevalent in Greek
mythology.