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Ancient Greek God: Dionysus. Dionysus. God of Wine Partying (Revelry).
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Dionysus • God of Wine • Partying (Revelry) www.assignmentpoint.com
Dionysus was the god of fertility and wine, later considered a patron of the arts. He created wine and spread the art of viticulture. He had a dual nature; on one hand, he brought joy and divine ecstasy; or he would bring brutal and blinding rage, thus reflecting the dual nature of wine. www.assignmentpoint.com
Dionysus was the son of Zeus and Semele, and he was the only god with a mortal parent. Zeus went to Semele in the night, unseen by human eyes, but could be felt as a divine presence. www.assignmentpoint.com
The festival for Dionysus was held in the spring when vines would start bearing leaves. It became one of the most important events of the year and its primary focal point was the theater. Most of the great Greek plays were initially written to be performed at the feast of Dionysus. Dionysus Is also called Bacchus, Dionysos. www.assignmentpoint.com