
Show 71 - Mania for Subjugation
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Divine Connection: Alexander and Dionysus
This chapter explores the intriguing bond between Alexander the Great and the Greek god Dionysus, examining how the god of wine symbolizes both joy and chaos. It highlights the transformative power of wine in human experience and delves into the cult practices associated with Dionysus, particularly through the distinctive lens of Olympias, Alexander's mother.
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