Momus

Momus was the god of satire, mockery, and poets in Greek mythology; as well as a spirit of evil-spirited blame and unfair criticism. His name meaned 'blame' or 'censure' and he was depicted as lifting a mask from his face. He was the son of the Titan goddess Nyx (night). He constantly mocked the Olympians, and because of this, he was exiled from Mount Olympus.

Momus Q&A

Who was Momus?

Momus was the god of satire, mockery, and poets in Greek mythology. as well as a spirit of evil-spirited blame and unfair criticism.

Who were the parents of Momus?

The parent of Momus was Nyx.

Momus Associations

Nyx

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Affiliation
Greek Gods
Mother
Nyx
Gender
Male
Other Names
Momos
Roman Name
Momus
English Translation
Blame, Censure