Somnus
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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She summoned her messenger Iris and ordered her to go to the house of Somnus, God of Sleep, and bid him send a dream to Alcyone to tell her the truth about Ceyx.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
Without a moment's hesitation, Iris set out for the palace of Somnus, the king of sleep.
From Wonder Stories The Best Myths for Boys and Girls by Bailey, Carolyn Sherwin
I was one of the most determined votaries of Somnus; and for his sake endured every sort of persecution.
From Frank Mildmay Or, the Naval Officer by Marryat, Frederick
Somnus consented, and having done as Juno desired, he hurried down to the Grecian fleet with a message to Neptune.
From The Story of Troy by Clarke, Michael
Somnus, gentlest of the gods, and soother of careworn hearts," she said, "will you not allow me to despatch a dream to Halcyone about her husband whom she mourns.
From Wonder Stories The Best Myths for Boys and Girls by Bailey, Carolyn Sherwin
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