Endymion

Endymion is a figure from Greek mythology, often depicted as a beautiful young shepherd or prince. According to myth, he was granted eternal sleep by the moon goddess Selene, so he could remain forever youthful and peaceful. This story symbolizes themes of eternal youth, beauty, and the idealized love between gods and mortals. The moon’s gentle illumination is sometimes linked to his peaceful slumber, making Endymion a poetic symbol of eternal renewal and divine serenity.