Key Points

- Primordial sea goddess

- Associated with the monsters and dangers of the sea 

Brief Bio

Ceto is a primordial Greek goddess associated with the dangers of the sea, particularly sea monsters and the monstrous depths. Often depicted as a sea goddess or a primordial figure embodying the monstrous and mysterious aspects of the ocean, she is considered a daughter of Gaia (Earth) and Pontus (Sea). 

Ceto is the mother of various fearsome creatures, including the Gorgon Medusa, the serpent Ladon, and the sea monsters Echidna and Hydra, making her a symbol of the primordial chaos and the terrifying aspects of the oceanic realm in Greek mythology. Her role underscores the ancient Greeks’ reverence and fear of the unpredictable and monstrous forces of the sea.