endymion

[en-dim-ee-uh n]

endymion Definition

  • 1a shepherd, the lover of Selene (the moon goddess), who was granted eternal youth and sleep by Zeus
  • 2a poem by John Keats, published in 1818, about the love of Endymion and the moon goddess

Using endymion: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "endymion" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    In Greek mythology, Endymion was a mortal who was loved by the moon goddess Selene.

  • Example

    Keats' poem 'Endymion' tells the story of a young man's search for spiritual fulfillment and his love for the moon goddess.

Origins of endymion

from Greek 'Endymion', meaning 'diving in'

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Summary: endymion in Brief

'Endymion' [en-dim-ee-uh n] refers to a shepherd in Greek mythology who was granted eternal youth and sleep by Zeus. It is also the title of a poem by John Keats that tells the story of Endymion and the moon goddess Selene. The poem explores themes of love and spiritual fulfillment.