The Ancients Dionysus: God of Wine
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May 19, 2024 Dr Sarah Iles Johnston discusses the myths surrounding Dionysus, the Greek God of Wine, including King Pentheus' tragic fate and the dramatic confrontation with mortal defiance. The podcast explores depictions of Dionysus stories, ties to the underworld mysteries, and the multicultural influence of this deity in ancient times and modern interpretations.
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Dionysus as God of Release
- Dionysus is the Greek God of Wine and Release, including theater and ecstasy.
- He embodies emotional and physical liberation, taking you out of yourself.
Dionysus's Unique Birth
- Dionysus is 'thrice-born,' first from Persephone, then Semele, and finally Zeus's thigh.
- This unique birth myth shows his complex divine origin and status among gods.
Dionysus as an Outsider Deity
- Dionysus is portrayed as an exotic god who travels widely before gaining acceptance in Greece.
- Myths emphasize his outsider status and his efforts to prove his divinity.