Amechania

Amechania

Amechania (or Amekhania) was the ancient Greek spirit of helplessness. She was regarded as a close companion (and sister) of Penia and Ptocheia. She was virtually identical to Aporia. Amechania was mentioned by ancient Greek authors such as Alcaeus (Fragment 364) and Herodotus. [ [http://www.theoi.com/Daimon/Amekhania.html Theoi Project - Amechania] ]

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