Familiar Studies in Homer
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Familiar Studies in Homer discusses Homeric archaeology, with a preface describing its movement from purely academic discussion towards practical methods of investigation. The discussion of moly distinguishes a defensive counter-charm from a charm, explaining that its powers presupposed an attack and could neutralise a magic draught containing pernicious drugs. The account of mandrake describes strange beliefs gathered around the plant and says its root’s resemblance to the lower half of the human frame started its career as an object of credulity and imposture.
The astronomical discussion says the Homeric scheme of the heavens, such as it is, was produced at home, with no stellar lore yet imported from abroad. The account of sacrifice connects barley’s antiquity with sacredness and describes the preliminary sprinkling of barley-groats on both the victim and the altar.
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- Agnes M. Clerke
- Pages
- 167
- Language
- English
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- Ancient History
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