Tag: Demeter
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The Thessalian Witches (Part 2)
8 September 2023. Olympos and the Archaeological Park of Dion We returned to the Airbnb after our trip to Cheiron’s Cave and loaded the rental car. Turning the car around, we waved goodbye to our hostess, and drove to a nearby mini market for road supplies. On our walk to the market, I pointed out…
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On the Road to Delphi (Part 2)
6 September 2022. The Sanctuary of Eleusis, Elefsina, Attica. “To Meter Antaia [Demeter]. Basileia Antaia [Demeter], of celebrated name, from whom both men and Gods immortal came; who widely wandering once, oppressed with grief, in Eleusis’ valleys foundest relief, discovering Persephone thy daughter pure in dread Aides, dismal and obscure. A sacred youth while through…