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In classical mythology, Dionysus or Dionysos (pronounced /ˌdaɪ.ɵˈnaɪsəs/ ; Greek: Διόνυσος or Διώνυσος) is the god of wine, the inspirer of ritual madness and ecstasy, and a major figure of ...
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Bacchus, in Greek and Roman mythology, the god of wine, identified with Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, and Liber, the Roman god of wine. The son of Zeus (Jupiter), Bacchus is usually characterized in two ways.
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Bacchus was known as Dionysus. ･ His followers were mostly women who celebrated in a rite that gave us the modern term Bacchanalia. ･ Bacchus was the god of wine, relaxation, and intoxication. ･ Bacchus is the son of Saturn. ･ Bacchus is kn...
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Bacchus, Roman God of wine and barley. ... Bacchus — Roman name for the Greek god Dionysos, he was the orgiastic deity of bacchanalia, the religious wine festivals held throughout the empire. Satyr plays portraying the regenerative powers of Bacchus/Dionysos gave rise to Greek drama. ... Bacchus — Roman God of wine...
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These infamous celebrations, notorious for their sexual and criminal character, got so out of hand that they were forbidden by the Roman Senate in 186 BCE. Bacchus is also identified with the old-Italian god Liber.
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1. The god of wine; hence, wine, intoxicating liquor. 2. A "child of Bacchus" is a name that refers to someone who drinks to excess; a drunkard. 3. A classical god of wine: in Greek and Roman mythology, the god of wine, identified with the Greek god Dionysus and the Roman god Liber.
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Learn about the Roman god Bacchus in mythology and art, with recommended books and resources ... home | roman | gods | pantheon | Bacchus; Bacchus at a Glance; name | Bacchus; role | god of wine and mysteries ; Bacchus in Roman Mythology; Information about the Roman god Bacchus is coming soon!
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His father was Zeus (the name, Dio-nysos may mean son of Zeus or son of god), his mother was the mortal princess Semele, his wife was Ariadne, and his son was Priapus. Image Gallery of Dionysus (Roman: Bacchus), God of Wine and Drunkenness..
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Dionysus (Roman: Bacchus) was the Greek god of wine, revelry, and drunkenness. Dionysus was, naturally, a very popular god with quite a few people. His festivals were among the most interesting and most wild. ... His father was Zeus (the name, Dio-nysos may mean son of Zeus or son of god), ... Dionysus (Bacchus) Vase...
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