In Greek mythology, more precisely in the epic tradition recounted in Homer's Odyssey, Dolius or Dolios (Ancient Greek: Δολίος, romanized: Dolíos) was a slave of Penelope whom she had received from her father Icarius on occasion of her marriage to Odysseus.
[1] Melanthius, Odysseus's goatherd, is mentioned as a son of Dolius,[2] and Melantho is described as his daughter.
[4] After Odysseus's identity had finally been revealed, Dolius heartily welcomed Odysseus in his home, expressing great joy to see his master alive and well.
[5] Later, he and his six sons[6] were among the loyal servants who joined Odysseus to stand against the relatives of the slain suitors.
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