Behind the Name: Message: "The etymology of Orpheus

Subject:	The etymology of Orpheus - Mike C pls check it out
Author:	Pavlos (guest, 212.251.72.135)
Date:	November 30, 2001 at 3:25:08 AM

The name Orpheus is most probably derived from the Greek "orphne," meaning darkness of the night or of the netherworld (Liddell-Scott). "Orphne" itself is related to "orion" (limit) and "phos" (light).

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The etymology of Orpheus - Mike C pls check it out - Pavlos Nov 30 2001, 3:25:08 AM
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- Re: The etymology of Orpheus - Mike C pls check it out - Mike C Nov 30 2001, 9:51:55 PM
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