In Orphic cosmogony, Phanes (Ancient Greek: Φάνης) or Protogonos (Πρωτογόνος 'Firstborn') is a primeval deity who was born from the cosmic egg at the beginning of creation. He is referred to by various names, including Erikepaios "Power" (Ancient Greek: Ἠρικαπαῖος/Ἠρικεπαῖος) and Metis "Thought".
In Orphic cosmogony, Phanes (Ancient Greek: Φάνης) or Protogonos (Πρωτογόνος 'Firstborn') is a primeval deity who was born from the cosmic egg at the beginning of creation. He is referred to by various names, including Erikepaios "Power" (Ancient Greek: Ἠρικαπαῖος/Ἠρικεπαῖος) and Metis "Thought".
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