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Melesias

Athenian trainer of athletes, mentioned in a Nemean ode.

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Also known as Melesias the Athenian

First appearance: victory odes

Melesias shows up with force in VIII For Alkimedon of Aegina. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Athenian trainer who taught Alkimedon and achieved thirty victories.
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Melesias first appears in 0001 victory odes.

In VIII For Alkimedon of Aegina: The Athenian trainer who taught Alkimedon and achieved thirty victories.

Later, in IV For Timasarchus of Aegina: Athenian trainer of Timasarchus, celebrated for his skill in wrestling instruction.

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SOSogenesAEAeginaALAlkmenaTMThe MuseZEZeusMEMelesias

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  • Victors, patrons, and mythological figures
  • Mythological heroes and deities
  • Protagonist

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