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Galanthis

by Micha F. Lindemans
A servant of Alcmene. When Hera tried to prevent the birth of Heracles, Galanthis deceived Hera with the news that Alcmene had already given birth. Hera punished her by turning the unfortunate woman into a weasel.

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  • Also known as:
    Galinthias

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