Gerarai (Ancient Greek: Γεραραί), also known by the latinized form Gerarae, were priestesses (Hiereiai) of Dionysus in ancient Greek religion. They presided over sacrifices and participated in the festivals of Theoinia and Iobaccheia that took place during the month of Anthesteria, among other duties.
Gerarai (Ancient Greek: Γεραραί), also known by the latinized form Gerarae, were priestesses (Hiereiai) of Dionysus in ancient Greek religion. They presided over sacrifices and participated in the festivals of Theoinia and Iobaccheia that took place during the month of Anthesteria, among other duties.
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