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Eriphȳlé

Ἐριφύλη). In Greek mythology, sister of Adrastus and wife of Amphiaraüs (q.v.). Bribed with a necklace by Polynices, she prevailed on her husband to take part in the war of the Seven against Thebes, in which he met his death. In revenge for this she was slain by her son Alcmaeon (q.v.). See Seven against Thebes.

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