Oecles

son of Antiphates in Greek mythology
Person mythological_greek_character Q1358973
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Oecles

Summary

Oecles is a mythological Greek character[1]. He worked as a military personnel[2]. He draws 141 Wikipedia views per month (mythological_greek_character category, ranking #261 of 1,333).[3]

Key Facts

  • Oecles is buried at Tomb of Oecles on Megalopolis-Mainalos road[4].
  • Oecles's father was Antiphates[5].
  • Oecles's mother was Zeuxippe[6].
  • Oecles was married to Hypermestra[7].
  • A child of Oecles was Amphiaraus[8].
  • Oecles's professions included military personnel[2].
  • Oecles held the position of king of Argos[9].
  • Oecles is recorded as male[10].
  • Oecles's instance of is recorded as mythological Greek character[11].

Body

Origins and Family

Oecles's father was Antiphates[5]. His mother was Zeuxippe[6].

Career and Affiliations

Oecles's professions included military personnel[2]. He held the position of king of Argos[9].

Personal Life

Oecles was married to Hypermestra[7]. A child of him was Amphiaraus[8].

Death and Burial

Burial took place at Tomb of Oecles on Megalopolis-Mainalos road[4].

Why It Matters

Oecles draws 141 Wikipedia views per month (mythological_greek_character category, ranking #261 of 1,333).[3] He has Wikipedia articles in 13 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[12] He is known by 9 alternative names across languages and contexts.[13]

FAQs

Who were Oecles's parents?

Oecles's father was Antiphates[5]. Oecles's mother was Zeuxippe[6].

Who was Oecles married to?

Oecles's spouses include Hypermestra[7].

What did Oecles do for work?

Oecles worked as military personnel[2].

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  1. 14d ago · Trivialist · 2026-08-13 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Sex or gender male
    Position held king of Argos
    Child Amphiaraus
    Place of burial Tomb of Oecles on Megalopolis-Mainalos road
    + 9 other properties edited (see Wikidata diff for full list)
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