Laodamas

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[ley-od-uh-muhs] / leɪˈɒd ə məs /

noun

Classical Mythology.

1. a son of Eteocles who defended Thebes against the Epigoni, killed Aegialeus, and was killed by Alcmaeon.

2. (in theOdyssey ) the son of Alcinous who, not recognizing Odysseus, challenged him to athletic contests when Odysseus landed in Phaeacia.

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Then they made room for wrestling—grinding bouts that Seareach won, pinning the strongest men; then the broadjump; first place went to Seabelt; Sparwood gave the discus the mightiest fling, and Prince Laodamas outboxed them all.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

And next Alkinoos called upon his sons, Halios and Laodamas, to show the dance no one could do as well as they—handling a purple ball carven by Polybos.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

Nearest his throne the son whom he loved best, Laodamas, had long held place; now the king bade him rise and gave his shining chair to Lord Odysseus.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

Then Alcinous took Odysseus by the hand, and raised him from where he sat, and bade his son Laodamas give place to him.

From The Adventures of Odysseus and The Tales of Troy by Willy Pogany

And if any of you would try with me in boxing or wrestling or even in the foot-race, let him stand forward—anyone except Laodamas, for he is of the house that has befriended me.

From The Adventures of Odysseus and The Tales of Troy by Willy Pogany