Demetrius Poliorcetes
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Demetrius Poliorcetes was venerated at Athens as the "New Dionysus" after 306 BCE, indicating a deified aspect that aligns him with the god Dionysus. This title reflects his association with the theatrical and ecstatic qualities of Dionysus.
When
- First attested
- 306 BCE
- Attested period
- -306 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Demetrius Poliorcetes (c. 337–283 BCE) received the cult title after his victory in 306 BCE.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Mithridates VI
- allied with
- Dionysus
- aspect of
- Dionysus
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“the Athenian branch was founded by King Demetrius Poliorcetes, who was venerated at Athens as the "New Dionysus" after 306 BC.”
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