Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Influence Of Dionysius In Religious History"" by C. E. Rolt is a comprehensive study of the impact of the Greek god Dionysius on various religious traditions throughout history. The author explores the origins and evolution of the Dionysian cult, tracing its influence on ancient Greek religion and mythology, as well as its spread to other cultures and religions.Rolt delves into the various aspects of the Dionysian cult, including its association with wine, fertility, and ecstatic revelry, and how these themes have been incorporated into different religious traditions. He also examines the role of Dionysius in the development of mystery religions, such as the Eleusinian Mysteries, and how these practices have influenced later religious movements.The book covers a wide range of topics, from the influence of Dionysius on ancient Greek drama and literature, to his role in the development of Christianity and Gnosticism. Rolt also explores the impact of Dionysius on modern culture, including the emergence of the Romantic movement and the development of psychoanalytic theory.Overall, ""The Influence Of Dionysius In Religious History"" provides a fascinating and in-depth exploration of the enduring influence of this ancient deity on religious and cultural traditions throughout history.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dionysius the Areopagite; The Divine Names; and The Mystical Theology, by C. E. Rolt. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0922802971.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
