Kronos
/ˈkroʊ.nɔːs/noun
In Greek mythology, Kronos is the god of time and the father of the Olympian gods.
Did you know?In ancient times, Kronos was often depicted with a sickle, representing the relentless passage of time that reaps all life.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*kronos
“A concept of time, related to the cyclical nature of existence.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
Κρόνος (Kronos)
“God of time, often conflated with the personification of the destructive aspects of time.”
Hellenistic Period
Greek
Κρόνος (Kronos)
“Symbol of time's power, often associated with the harvest and the cyclical nature of life.”
15th Century
Latin
Cronus
“Adopted into Roman texts, focusing on his role in mythology as a titan and father of Zeus.”
Modern English
English
Kronos
“Used in various contexts to denote time, often in philosophical or literary works.”
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