the furies
Greek avengers trio
The Furies are avenging spirits in Greek mythology—female deities who pursue and punish those guilty of crimes, especially against family members.
They torment wrongdoers with madness and guilt.
The Greek name is Erinyes; the Romans called them Furiae.
In extended use, the furies describes intense rage or vengeful forces: She unleashed the furies on him.
- ErinyesGreek vengeance deities
- tragedyDisastrous or sorrowful event
- vengeanceRetaliation for injury
- wrathFierce, punishing anger
- OrestesMatricidal prince of myth
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Those who plead for others
advocates · redeemers · patron saints · spirit guides · guardian spirits
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