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InGreek mythology, more precisely in the epic tradition recounted inHomer'sOdyssey,Dolius orDolios (Ancient Greek:Δολίος,romanized: Dolíos) was a slave ofPenelope whom she had received from her fatherIcarius on occasion of her marriage toOdysseus. He served as a gardener.[1]
Melanthius, Odysseus's goatherd, is mentioned as a son of Dolius,[2] andMelantho is described as his daughter.[3] His wife was a slave fromSicily, whose name is not given.[4]
After Odysseus's identity had finally been revealed, Dolius heartily welcomed Odysseus in his home, expressing great joy to see his master alive and well.[5] Later, he and his six sons[6] were among the loyal servants who joined Odysseus to stand against the relatives of the slain suitors.[7]
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