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date: 16 February 2025

mysteries, Eleusinianlocked

mysteries, Eleusinianlocked

  • Fritz Graf

Summary

The mystery cult of the Eleusinian goddesses Demeter and Persephone was the most important Greek mystery cult. During its very long existence, the Eleusinian Mysteries influenced other cults and attracted and inspired countless ancient humans and gave them better hopes for their afterlife.

Subjects

  • Greek Myth and Religion

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