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Achelois



Minor Lunar goddess of Pain Relief

Gender Female
Status Immortal



Achelois was a minor Greek moon goddess. Her name means "She who casts away pain". She was frequently the recipient of sacrifices ordered by the Dodonian Oracle, in order for her subjects to be cured of their ailments. But according to Tzetzes, Achelois was one of the seven Muses said to be the daughters of Pierus.


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