Herakles dwells in the sun

“For this reason the Egyptians regularly call Typhon ‘Seth,’ which, being interpreted, means ‘overmastering and compelling.’ They have a legend that Herakles, making his dwelling in the sun, is a companion for it in its revolutions, as is the case also with Hermes and the moon. In fact, the actions of the moon are like actions of reason and perfect wisdom, whereas those of the sun are like beatings administered through violence and brute strength.” – Plutarch, On Isis and Osiris 41

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