Dionysus / Bacchus by Asa Saperstein

Domains

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 04:36:18 UTC

Dionysus is the god of the grape harvest, winemaking, wine, ecstasy, fruit, reincarnation, predators, vegetation, homosexuality, merry making (partying) and theatre.

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 04:43:39 UTC

Symbols and Objects

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:16:54 UTC

Some of Dionysus' sacred objects include his Thyrsus, the grapevine, and leopard skin.

A Thyrsus

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:25:43 UTC

A thyrsus was a long wand or staff that was made of fennel and covered with ivy and vines. It is associated with Dionysus because it is the symbol of good fortune and enjoyment.

Minor Sacred Animals

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:31:16 UTC

His lesser known sacred animals were serpents, bulls, donkeys, goats and lions.

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:36:42 UTC

Parents

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:41:48 UTC

Dionysus' father was Zeus, Lord of the Sky, and King of the Gods. His mother, Semele on the other hand, was daughter of the hero Cadmus, and a mortal.

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:45:15 UTC

Notable Offspring

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:52:13 UTC

Dionysus had three children that were well-known in Greek mythology, even though most of his children were demi - gods.

Priapus

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-15 05:55:54 UTC

Priapus, a son of Dionysus, was the protector or livestock, fruit plants, and gardens. He is most likely son of Aphrodite as well, and is symbolized mainly by a Donkey.

Phthonus

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 03:59:45 UTC

Phthonus was the picture of jealousy, as it applied to love.

Deianira

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 04:01:59 UTC

Deianira is most well-known for being Heracles' second wife and later killing him with the Shirt of Nessus, a poisoned tunic.

Temple of Bacchus

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 04:07:45 UTC

This temple is one of three major temples at a large complex in Baalbek in Lebanon. While technically dedicated to the Roman god Bacchus, it is also referred to as the Temple of the Sun. Larger than the Parthenon in Greece, it is on of the best preserved Roman temples in the world.

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 04:08:04 UTC

Dionysia

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 04:17:28 UTC

Dionysia was a festival in Ancient Athens in honor of Dionysus. These festivals consisted of theatre performances of comedies and tragedies.

Temple / Theatre of Dionysus

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 04:26:36 UTC

The Theatre of Dionysus is an outdoor theatre from Ancient Athens, which was mainly utilized for festivals that honored Dionysus. When it was in use, the theatre could seat 17,000 people.

Modern Significance

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 04:38:38 UTC

Dionysus has many temples in his name around the world such as the Temple of bBacchus and the Temple of Dionysus. Dionysus has stayed an inspiration to artists, philosophers, and writers.

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-19 05:08:06 UTC

Well Known Sacred Animals

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-20 02:28:48 UTC

His better known scared animals were leopards, tigers, panthers

asaperstein1 — 2014-05-20 02:34:02 UTC