chronos
Chronos is the Greek personification of time in some ancient and literary traditions. The name derives from the Greek word chronos, meaning time. In early Greek thought, Chronos is often described as a primal, abstract force rather than a regional deity with a cult, though in later tradition he is sometimes conflated with Cronus, the Titan who rules during the mythic generations. In Roman mythology, Cronus is equated with Saturn, while Chronos as a time spirit is not consistently identified with a specific Roman counterpart.
In classical literature, Chronos appears primarily as a cosmic force of time rather than a mortal or
Etymology and influence: The root chron- underpins many terms in modern languages, including chronology, chronometer, and
Modern usage: In contemporary culture, Chronos is employed as a name or motif in literature, film, and
See also: Cronus, Saturn, Kairos, Chronology, Chronometer.
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