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Myths about Heroic Trials

Explore myths connected by the recurring theme of Heroic Trials across cultures, characters, and sacred places.

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Jason’s Yoking of the Fire-Breathing Bulls in Colchis

🏛️ Greek MythologyAncient Phasis (Poti), GeorgiaJason • Medea • Aeëtes

To claim the Golden Fleece, the hero Jason was tasked by King Aeëtes of Colchis with taming two fire-breathing, bronze-hoofed bulls known as the Khalkotauroi. With the assistance of the sorceress Medea and her magical protective ointment, Jason successfully yoked the beasts and plowed the Field of Ares. This feat led to the sowing of dragon teeth and the eventual retrieval of the Fleece.