The Ferryman

“The Ferryman” typically refers to a mythological or symbolic figure responsible for guiding souls across a river to the afterlife. In Greek mythology, Charon is the grim figure who transports the souls of the deceased over the Styx or Acheron river, often requiring payment for passage. Metaphorically, it represents transition, the journey from life to death, or the passage through difficult changes. The concept underscores themes of transition, boundary-crossing, and the cost or rite of passage in moving from one state or realm to another.