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In Greek mythology, Aegina was the daughter of
the river-god Asopus
Zeus wooed Aegina, by abducting her and taking her to an island near Attica, thereafter known by her name. Kidnapping was a frequent method of Zeus' to attract
women. Aegina eventually gave birth to a son Aeacus, who became king of the island.
For the island of the same name: see Aegina
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