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Who is Hypsipyle from The Argonautika: The Story of Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece and what is their importance? Argonautika English & Literature Hypsipyle | The Argonautika: The Story of Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece

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Answered by Jill W on 18 Nov 18:12

Hypsipyle is the ruler of the island of Lemnos. Jason sleeps with Hypsipyle while staying on the island. He makes her promise to send their child.... if it's a son, to comfort his parents if he dies.

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Argonautika: The Story of Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece