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Helen of Troy - Wikipedia Helen first appears in the poems of Homer, after which she became a popular figure in Greek literature These works are set in the final years of the Age of Heroes, a mythological era which features prominently in the Greek mythological canon
Meaning, origin and history of the name Helen In Greek mythology Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, whose kidnapping by Paris was the cause of the Trojan War The name was also borne by the 4th-century Saint Helena, mother of the Roman emperor Constantine, who supposedly found the True Cross during a trip to Jerusalem
Helen of Troy | Legend, Family, Worship | Britannica Helen of Troy, in Greek legend, the most beautiful woman of Greece and the indirect cause of the Trojan War She was daughter of Zeus, either by Leda or by Nemesis, and sister of the Dioscuri
Helen - Baby Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity - Nameberry The name Helen is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "torch; shining light" Helen is a name that has connoted beauty since ancient times – Helen of Troy was the the mythological "face that launched a thousand ships," over whom the ten-year Trojan War was fought
Helen (Greek mythology) | Research Starters - EBSCO In the mythology of ancient Greece, Helen was famed as the embodiment of ideal female beauty Sometimes known as Helen of Sparta (her place of birth), or Helen of Troy (her place of exile), she was born a princess and a demigod Her father was the god Zeus; her mother, Queen Leda of Sparta
Helen - Name Meaning and Origin The name Helen is of Greek origin and means "bright" or "shining light " It is derived from the Greek word "helios," which means "sun " Helen is a name associated with beauty, grace, and radiance, symbolizing the brilliance and warmth of the sun
Helen GA - German Town In Georgia Come visit Helen, GA! This beautiful German inspired town, is known for its charm, outdoor adventure and historic shops
Helen of Troy: Powers, Symbols, and the Myths Behind Her - Centre of . . . Helen of Troy, often referred to simply as Helen, was a key figure in Greek mythology, famous for her unparalleled beauty and the role she played in the Trojan War Born to Zeus, the king of the gods, and Leda, a mortal queen, Helen was said to be the most beautiful woman in the world