Ogy’gia
Greek mythology
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Ogygia is a mythical island in Greek mythology, most famously known as the home of the nymph Calypso. Calypso detained the hero Odysseus on Ogygia for seven years during his long journey home after the Trojan War. Despite Calypso's offer of immortality, Odysseus yearned for his wife Penelope and his kingdom of Ithaca. His release from Ogygia was eventually brought about by divine intervention. The term "Ogygian" can also refer to something ancient or primeval, stemming from a legendary Greek king named Ogyges.1234
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