Oenopion, king of Chios, fathered Merope of Chios. His refusal to give her to the giant hunter Orion despite promises led to the assault and the famous blinding of Orion.
Orion sought Merope of Chios as his bride, but when her father Oenopion refused, Orion assaulted her. This act led to Oenopion blinding Orion in retribution.
We use cookies to understand how you use our site and improve your experience. Learn more