CLAS 145b Lecture Notes - Lecture 18: Hellenistic Judaism, Hellenistic Religion, Red Basilica

• School: Brandeis University
• Department: Classical Studies
• Course: CLAS 145b
• Professor: alexandraratzlaff

Document Summary

Main themes included the rise in popularity of mystery cults, an increased interest in religious philosophies, and a continuity in worship of the greco roman pantheon. Religious syncretism, the blending of religions and beliefs, was commonly seen in art. Iconography was used in art to help the viewer identify the figure. The temple of apollo at delphi was highly sought after by the kingdoms. The procedure for consulting an oracle was structured. An individual first had to pay fees before being able to see the oracle and ask a question. Ethylene gas was often present in the oracle"s environment, likely influencing their predictions. Cybele is a greco roman religious figure. A cult of cybele practiced a unique form of blood baptism sacrifice, likely restricted for individuals of higher rank. The ostia magna meter uses a master of animals composition, based on eastern design. Dionysos is often depicted as a young man.