Dion (mythology)

Dion
King of Laconia, Sparta
Legendary King of Sparta
PredecessorTisamenus
BornLaconia
ParentsOrestes, Hermione

In Greek mythology, Dion (/ˈdɒn, ən/; Ancient Greek: Δίων) was a King in Laconia and husband of Amphithea, the daughter of Pronax.[1] By his wife, he became the father of Orphe, Lyco, and Carya.

  1. ^ Emendation of "Iphitea, daughter of Prognaus".