Medeas

Medeas is the plural form of Medea. In Greek mythology, Medea was a powerful sorceress and princess of Colchis. She is best known for her role in the myth of Jason and the Argonauts, assisting Jason in his quest for the Golden Fleece. She was the daughter of King Aeëtes of Colchis and the Oceanid Idyia (or sometimes Hecate). Medea is a complex and often tragic figure, known for her intelligence, magical abilities, and ultimately, her brutal acts of vengeance. After being abandoned by Jason, she famously murdered their children. The story of Medea has been a popular subject in literature, drama, and opera for centuries, explored by Euripides, Seneca, and many others. The name "Medea" likely derives from the Greek word "mēdomai," meaning "to think," "to plan," or "to be cunning."