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Fall of Phaethon

June 18, 2008

This painting shows the results of the sun god's indulgence of his son. (More below....)
Fall of Phaethon, by Johann Liss (1597-1629/30).

Fall of Phaethon, by Johann Liss (1597-1629/30).

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Fall of Phaethon

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Phaethon was the son of the doting sun god Helios who offered his son whatever he wanted. Phaethon said he wanted to drive his father's chariot. Although Helios tried to dissuade his son, Phaethon couldn't be prevented. It was, of course, a dangerous and ultimately fatal trip.

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