Perseus: Part 2 English Ms. Mendoza
The Story Continues The young maiden was daughter of a king. Her name: Andromeda. Her mother: arrogant Gods: *sent monster to ravage kingdom *King was told by oracle to sacrifice Andromeda to the monster Perseus offers to save her…for marriage Andromeda’s mother’s arrogance caused her situation.
The Battle Begins A fierce battle between Perseus and the sea monster begins… *monster plunges towards him *Perseus stabs him in shoulder *Stabs until he is soaked *Monster retreats to a rock
The Wedding Perseus and Andromeda marry… *invites ex-fiance: Phineus becomes jealous (after drinking wine) *a fight ensues Finally says: “All who are my friends turn away your eyes” Perseus shows them head of Medusa *turn to stone
Phineus was left… but begged Perseus for mercy Perseus told him it would be good for wife to have lasting memorial of him…and shows him the head of Medusa Phineus is frozen forever
Meanwhile, back in Seriphos… The king pursues Danae (Perseus’ mom)…thinks Perseus is dead Perseus returns to rescue mother Approaches the king and his court at a round table…and asks him a question…”Do you want to see what gift I brought back?” The King replies, “Yes.” That was a big mistake.
The King’s Court…turns to stone! Upon showing the court the head of Medusa, they all turn to stone! The brother (kind fisherman) Dictys is placed on the throne.
Perseus Returns to Argos *Grandfather TAKES OFF because he remembers oracle *Perseus innocently follows *He participates in a game…grandfather is in audience *is killed by discuss Perseus on his way to Athena’s temple.
Athena Immortalizes Them Athena immortalizes Perseus, Andromeda, her parents, and sea monster…turns them into constellations. They are situated side by side. Mythology is in our culture…and in our skies!
The End