Hippolytus

mythological figure

Hippolytus is a character from Greek mythology, famously depicted in Euripides' tragedy. He is the son of Theseus and represents the archetype of youthful devotion to the arts of hunting and physical prowess, often neglecting romantic entanglements. His tragic story unfolds as he becomes the object of desire for his stepmother, Phaedra, who is spurned by his indifference. The ensuing conflict leads to a series of misunderstandings and ultimately tragic consequences, including Phaedra's suicide and Theseus' misguided wrath, marking Hippolytus as a figure of innocence caught in the web of divine retribution and human emotions.