Chimaera lion, goat and serpent

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The discussion centers on the Chimaera, a mythological creature composed of a lion, goat, and serpent, known for its destructive nature and defeated by the hero Bellerophon. The thread explores various interpretations of the Chimaera in mythology, art, and psychology, highlighting its significance in human culture. Additionally, it touches on the biological concept of chimeras, where an organism contains tissues with different DNA, raising implications for forensic science. The mention of the hippogriff, a mythical creature that is half horse and half griffin, adds to the conversation about composite beings. The thread also notes the popularity of the term "Chimera" in modern media, referencing its use in films like Mission Impossible II, where it represents a deadly virus, illustrating how Hollywood incorporates scientific themes for storytelling. The high view count of the thread suggests a strong interest in these topics.
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The Chimaera - or Chimera - was said to be made out of three different creatures: lion, goat and serpent. A savage beast, sprouting fire from its mouth, it devastated the land until it was killed by the hero Bellerophon who flew over it riding his winged horse Pegasus. Although simple in its basic lines, this story is among the most ancient ones of Occidental mythology and it hides some deep and still not completely known meaning. This site is an attempt to collect data and material about the Chimaera seen in its various aspects: myth, legend, art expression, and as a probe of the human mind. [continued]
http://www.unifi.it/unifi/surfchem/solid/bardi/chimera/
 
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HIPPOGRIFF, n. An animal (now extinct) which was half horse and half griffin. The griffin was itself a compound creature, half lion and half eagle. The hippogriff was actually, therefore, a one-quarter eagle, which is two dollars and fifty cents in gold. The study of zoology is full of surprises.

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Does anyone know why this thread has so many hits?

...seemed to deserve a bump given the view rate.
 
In popular movies like Mission Impossible II (staring Tom Cruise) Chimera was the name of a deadly virus that killed the victim if the antidote wasn't administrated within a certain time period. This is perhaps not relevant to the discussion but it is rather fascinating how Hollywood tries to use science for personal gain.
 

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