CLA-2110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Varicose Veins, Thyrsus, Orthopraxy
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Monotheistic is the worship of one god while polytheistic is the worship of many gods. Religious texts- texts on ancient religion include the proper timing and correct execution of rituals. Can also include songs or poems honoring a deity. Public vs private religion- religion could be practiced in public on a state level with feasts and festivals or on a private level within the home. Small offerings were given to statues within the home to promote the health and fertility of the family. Greek gods are ______anthropomorphic______, meaning they look and act like humans. Greek gods needed the attention of humans- there is a fear displayed within the literature by deities about what will happen to them if mortals cease to offer them worship. Gods and heroes are often associated with a city or group of people. This is referred to as the (cid:862)patro(cid:374) deity(cid:863) of a (cid:272)ity.
