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Definition of: Seven against Thebes

In Greek legend, the seven heroes (Adrastus, Amphiaraus, Capaneus, Hippomedon, Parthenopaeus, Polynices, and Tydeus) who unsuccessfully marched on Thebes to restore Polynices to the throne which had been usurped by his brother Eteocles: all were killed save Adrastus. See ANTIGONE, EPIGONI.

Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

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