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100	1		_aWright, Dudley, _d1868-1949
245	1	4	_aThe Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2011-01-26
508			_aProduced by Marc D'Hooghe
520			_a"The Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites" by Dudley Wright is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the ancient Eleusinian Mysteries, the secretive and sacred rituals of worship in ancient Greece dedicated to the goddesses Demeter and Persephone. The book aims to illuminate the significance of these rites within both Greek religious practices and their potential influences on later religious traditions, particularly Christianity. The opening portion of the book provides a detailed introduction to the Eleusinian Mysteries, discussing their origins, historical context, and the mythological narrative surrounding them, particularly the abduction of Persephone and the subsequent search by her mother, Demeter. It highlights the importance of ritual initiation and secrecy in the Mysteries, as well as their social and religious implications, including possible parallels with later practices in Freemasonry. This foundation sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the rites, their meanings, and their lasting impact on spiritual traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEleusinian mysteries
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35087
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