Gigantes
Born from the blood of wounded Uranus falling on Gaia, later challenging the gods in the Gigantomachy.
Overview
The Gigantes are born in Hesiod from the blood of wounded Uranus falling on Gaia, alongside other consequences of that violent overthrow. The Library turns them toward a war against the gods and includes Heracles in the divine victory. These layers should remain distinct: their birth belongs to the overthrow of Uranus, while the battle details come from the Library.
Key facts
Born from Uranus’ blood
The Theogony places the birth of the Gigantes among the results of Uranus’ blood falling upon Gaia.
Later war with the gods
The Library narrates the Giants attacking the gods and makes Heracles’ participation part of the victory.
Relationships
- Gigantomachybattle the gods
In the Library route, the Gigantes battle the gods in the Gigantomachy.
Ancient sources
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