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King Midas: The Curse of the Golden Touch
King Midas of ancient Phrygia, though already wealthy, lets his insatiable greed lead him to desire a gift from the god Dionysus—the power to turn everything he touches into gold. Initially overjoyed by his newfound ability, Midas transforms his surroundings into untold riches. However, his joy turns to despair when his beloved daughter becomes a lifeless golden statue due to his touch.

Seeking redemption, Midas pleads with Dionysus, who advises him to wash away his curse in the river Pactolus. There, Midas is freed of the golden touch, and his daughter is restored to life. Humbled and wiser, Midas learns that true riches lie in love, family, and the value of life over material wealth.

King Midas story
Myth of the golden touch
Ancient Greek myths
Midas and Dionysus
Greek mythology lessons
Theme-Based Keywords
Greed and consequences
Mythological tales about greed
Lessons in humility
Family over wealth
Life lessons from Greek myths
Plot-Specific Keywords
Dionysus grants a wish
Midas turns everything to gold
Midas and his golden daughter
River Pactolus and the golden touch
Redemption in Greek mythology
Character-Based Keywords
King Midas character analysis
Dionysus Greek god
Midas’ daughter in mythology
Tragic heroes in Greek myths
Famous Greek mythological kings
Symbolism Keywords
Gold as a curse
Symbolism in Greek mythology
Midas’ golden touch meaning
Greed in ancient myths
Wealth vs happiness
Emotional Keywords
Tragic myths of family loss
Redemption stories in mythology
Love overcoming greed
Emotional tales from Greek history
Heartfelt mythological stories