Planē
Planē is an abstract goddess in ancient Greek religion, personifying the concept of error or wandering. She appears in a 4th‑century mosaic scene witnessing Apollo’s musical contest with Marsyas, horrified at the impending flaying of the satyr. The goddess is also referenced as an abstract concept in Christian and Gnostic philosophy.
When
- First attested
- 300 CE
- Attested period
- 300 – 2020
- Historical notes
- First attested in 4th‑century mosaics in Nea Paphos.
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“Planē or Plane (Ancient Greek: Πλάνη), in ancient Greek religion, was an abstract goddess, the personification of the concept of error (her name deriving from the Greek term for 'wandering' [see planet ] ). Though her mythology is obscure, it is known that she was present at the musical competition between the god Apollo and the satyr Marsyas. She is depicted in that scene, looking on in horror at the sight of Marsyas about to be flayed for losing, in a few 4th century mosaics in the House of A”
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