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In Greek mythology, Trophonius was a son of Erginus.

According to the Homeric Hymn to Apollo, he built Apollo's temple at the oracle at Delphi with his brother, Agamedes.

Once finished, the oracle told the brothers to do whatsoever they wished for six days and, on the seventh, their greatest wish would be granted.

They did and were found dead on the seventh day.

The saying " those whom the gods love die young " comes from this story.