Greek and Roman Mythology: The Other Gods: Thanater

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Thanater was the earlier god of death in Greek/Roman mythology.

Pronunciation: tha na TOOS

Depicted: Sometimes a winged spirit and sometimes as a black robed man carrying a sword.

Father: Erebos or none

Mother: Nyx

Roman Name: Orcus, Mors

Siblings: Hypnos

Other Name: Thanatos

Myths: The Illiad, The Odyssey

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