Dioscuri

In Greek mythology the Dioscuri were two demigods, called Castor and Pollux. They were the sons of the supreme Greek god, Zeus.

Dioscuri in the Bible

The Dioscuri are mentioned in the Bible in Acts 28:11. They formed the figurehead of the Alexandrian ship that Paul sailed with.

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