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Aegina (mythology) - Definition and Overview

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In Greek mythology, Aegina was the daughter of the river-god Asopus.

Zeus abducted Aegina and took her to an island near Attica, thereafter known by her name. Aegina eventually gave birth to a son Aeacus, who became king of the island.

For the island of the same name: see Aegina.

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