Who is Akrisios in Greek mythology?
Q: Who is Akrisios in Greek mythology?
A: Akrisios is the King of Argos and the grandfather of Perseus.
Q: What did Akrisios do to prevent the prophecy of his death?
A: Akrisios put his daughter, Danaë, in a tower where no one can enter so she could not have a child.
Q: Who is Danaë and what is her relationship with Akrisios?
A: Danaë is Akrisios' daughter, and the mother of Perseus.
Q: How did Perseus come into existence?
A: Zeus entered the tower where Danaë was, in the form of a golden rain, and impregnated her with Perseus.
Q: What happened to Danaë and Perseus after Akrisios found out about his grandson?
A: Akrisios put them in a box and threw them into the sea, but they were saved by the sea-god Poseidon and brought to the island of Seriphos.
Q: Who found Danaë and her son Perseus on the island of Seriphos?
A: Polydectes found them and took them in, allowing them to live with him.
Q: How did Akrisios ultimately meet his prophecy of dying by his grandchild?
A: During some funeral games, Perseus accidentally threw a discus that hit Akrisios, killing him.
