The Old Man Of The Sea -

: Known as a trustworthy, honest god and the father of the Nereids.

: Once Sinbad lifts him, the "Old Man" locks his powerful, snake-like legs around Sinbad's neck and refuses to let go. The Old Man of the Sea

: Today, the phrase is a metaphor for a lingering burden or a "bore" that one cannot easily shake off. 2. Greek Mythology : Known as a trustworthy, honest god and

: Sinbad eventually rids himself of the burden by making the Old Man drunk on fermented grapes, causing him to loosen his grip. : Known as a trustworthy

In Greek mythology, the title refers to primordial sea gods who were often shape-shifters.