In Greek mythology, Phrenius (Ancient Greek: Φρένιος) was a name shared by two suitors of Penelope who came from Zacynthus along with other 42 wooers.[1] Both of them were killed by Odysseus with the aid of Eumaeus, Philoetius, and Telemachus.[2]

Slaughter of the suitors of Penelope by Odysseus and Telemachus, assisted by Eumaeus and Philoetius. Campanian red-figure bell-krater, ca. 330 BC, Louvre (CA 7124)

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  1. ^ Apollodorus, Epitome 7.29
  2. ^ Apollodorus, Epitome 7.33

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