Aristaeus the Elder

Aristaeus the Elder is a figure from Greek mythology. He is often associated with agriculture, animal husbandry, and various aspects of rural life. Aristaeus was considered a pastoral deity and is sometimes linked to the practice of beekeeping, olive cultivation, and the protection of livestock. In some myths, he is described as the son of Apollo and the nymph Cyrene, and his role is often that of a teacher or benefactor of mankind, imparting essential agricultural knowledge.