Lelex (son of Poseidon)

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Lelex ( Greek  Λέλεξ ), the son of Poseidon and Libye , was considered the ancestor of the Lelegs in ancient times .

12 generations after the reign of Kar , the first king of Megara , Lelex came to Megara from Egypt and took over the rule. He was the father of Kleson , who came to the throne after his death. His grave was below the Nisaia Castle Hill .

predecessor Office successor
unknown King of Megara
15th century BC Chr.
(Fictional chronology) 		Kleson

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  • Pausanias , traveling in Greece , 1, 39, 6; 1, 41, 7; 1, 44, 3.