Thanatos

MEANING

ORIGIN

Ancient Greek

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek word 'Θάνατος' (Thanatos), meaning 'death'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Thanatos is the personification of death in Greek mythology, often depicted as a gentle figure guiding the souls of the deceased.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

In ancient Greek culture, Thanatos was regarded as a minor god who, unlike the violent death associated with Ares, represented peaceful death.