The Old Man Of The Sea -

In the fifth voyage of Sinbad , he encounters a seemingly frail old man on a deserted island.

: 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 In the fifth voyage of Sinbad , he

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

: A herdsman of sea monsters who served Poseidon. He could foretell the future but would change shapes (into fire, lions, or serpents) to avoid answering questions unless captured and held tightly.