Xanthus
king of Thebes
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Xanthus
Summary
Xanthus is a mythological Greek character[1]. He has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[2]
Key Facts
- Xanthus's father was Ptolemy[3].
- Xanthus held citizenship in Thebes[4].
- Xanthus held the position of king of Thebe (Troade)[5].
- Xanthus is recorded as male[6].
- Xanthus's instance of is recorded as mythological Greek character[7].
- The cause of death was single combat[8].
- Xanthus's given name is recorded as Xanthos[9].
- Xanthus's manner of death is recorded as death in battle[10].
- Xanthus's described by source is recorded as Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon[11].
- Xanthus's described by source is recorded as Description of Greece[12].
Body
Origins and Family
Xanthus's father was Ptolemy[3].
Career and Affiliations
Xanthus held the position of king of Thebe (Troade)[5].
Death and Burial
The cause of death was single combat[8].
Why It Matters
Xanthus has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[2] He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[13]
FAQs
Who were Xanthus's parents?
Xanthus's father was Ptolemy[3].