In Greek mythology, Cerceis (Ancient Greek: Κερκηίς Kerkêis) was one of the Oceanids, daughters of the Titans of the Sea, Oceanus and Tethys.[1] Her name means "of the weaving shuttle" from kerkis or "gorgeous in form".[2] Thus, Cerceis was described as being lovely with a beautiful form.[3]

Notes

  1. Hesiod, Theogony 355
  2. Bane, Theresa (2013). Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology. McFarland, Incorporated, Publishers. p. 246. ISBN 9780786471119.
  3. Bane, Theresa (2013). Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology. McFarland, Incorporated, Publishers. p. 199. ISBN 9780786471119.

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