In Greek mythology, sirens are enchanting creatures whose melodious songs lure sailors to their doom. They inhabit rocky islands and sing to passersby, creating an irresistible temptation that leads ships to crash on the shore. Sailors who hear their songs often become entranced, ignoring warnings and crashing their vessels. Heroes like Odysseus encounter these sirens, using cleverness to resist their influence by having his crew block their ears and tying himself to the mast. The sirens symbolize the peril of temptation and the dangers of losing oneself to destructive desires.