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Which Greek hero is famous for his quest for the Golden Fleece?
Answer
Jason
Jason led the Argonauts on a legendary voyage to capture the Golden Fleece from the dragon-guarded land of Colchis. The quest assembled Greece's greatest heroes and involved numerous adventures including encounters with harpies, giants, and magical obstacles. Jason's wife Medea used her sorcery to help him succeed, though their relationship ended tragically when Jason betrayed her. The Argonautic adventure influenced countless later tales of heroic quests.
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Medea's betrayal of her own father Aeetes for Jason's sake demonstrates love's power over familial loyalty.
Other options people guess
- Achilles
- Aeneas
- Bellerophon
Topics
- Greek mythology
- heroes
- adventures
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