Archaeologists Found a Life-Size Fresco of a Mysterious Cult in Pompeii
The depiction of a Dionysiac mystery cult now serves as an “exceptional historical document,” allowing us a glimpse into one ...
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Divine Dinners in Ancient Greek and Christian Traditions
The Olympic Opening Ceremony's controversy has renewed interest in divine dinners, during which sitting down for food is more than a meal.
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Melampus: The Ancient Greek Shaman Who Understood the Language of Animals
Melampus, a legendary Greek iatromantis, was a shaman, healer and seer famed for his prophetic gifts and ability to cure ...
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Kansas City’s decades-old Mardi Gras tradition doesn’t care if it’s cold or gray — it’s party time
Musicians and Fat Tuesday marchers have made their way through 18th & Vine, the Crossroads, and the Westside neighborhood for ...
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Sunday read: What’s love got to do with it? How we think about Valentine’s Day can change the world
In Spain, Valentine’s Day is known as the Feast of St. Dionysus, celebrated on October 9, featuring parades and festivals. Food for thought In Japan, February 14th is all about chocolate.
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This Gorgeous Castle In Kansas Is Too Beautiful To Keep Secret
Nestled in the unsuspecting suburbs of Shawnee, Kansas, stands a structure so captivating, you’ll swear you’ve been ...
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Aphrodisiacs Through Time: A Love Story in Food
The Classical Era: Greece & Rome’s Love Feast Oysters – The Roman Empire’s Love Potion ... The Ancient Greeks associated figs with Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy, while Romans considered them ...