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S3E3 - Midas and the Golden Touch

Oct 31, 2020
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ANECDOTE

Midas's Gold Obsession

  • King Midas, a Phrygian king, possessed immense wealth but craved more gold.
  • He loved counting his coins and even bathed in them, showcasing his obsession.
ANECDOTE

The Satyr and Dionysus

  • Midas found a satyr sleeping in his garden and hosted him lavishly for ten days.
  • Hoping for a reward, Midas returned the satyr to Dionysus, the god of wine.
ANECDOTE

The Golden Wish

  • Dionysus granted Midas one wish as a reward for his hospitality.
  • Midas wished for everything he touched to turn to gold, disregarding other potential desires.
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