Triton
Triton
ORIGIN:
Greece
Triton, the son of Amphitrite and Poseidon. lives at the bottom of the sea in his mother’s golden palace. Triton is a wise, oracular spirit. He commands violent storms and has the reputation of being a violent lover toward both women and young men. Triton is considered a very erotic spirit. Hekate is among his many lovers.
The word triton is sometimes synonymous with merman.
MANIFESTATION:
Triton is a merman with long hair, but he is also a shape-shifter.
Spirit ally:
Triton often accompanies his father, Poseidon.
ATTRIBUTE:
Conch shell used as a horn
SEE ALSO:
- Amphitrite;
- Hekate;
- Poseidon
SOURCE:
Encyclopedia of Spirits: The Ultimate Guide to the Magic of Fairies, Genies, Demons, Ghosts, Gods & Goddesses – Written by : Judika Illes Copyright © 2009 by Judika Illes.