eleusinian

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of or relating to modern Eleusina, ancient Eleusis, or the Eleusinian Mysteries
{s} of or relating to ancient Eleusis or to the religious mysteries celebrated there in worship of Demeter and Persephone
of, or relating to Eleusis, or its mysteries
Pertaining to Eleusis, in Greece, or to secret rites in honor of Ceres, there celebrated; as, Eleusinian mysteries or festivals

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Eleusinian mysteries
The ancient religious rites celebrated at Eleusis in honor of Demeter. Most famous mystery religion of ancient Greece. It was based on the story of Demeter, whose daughter Persephone was kidnapped by Hades. While searching for her daughter, Demeter stopped at Eleusis, revealed her identity to the royal family, and taught the natives her rites. The Greater Mysteries were celebrated in autumn, beginning with a procession from Athens to the temple at Eleusis. This was followed by a ritual bath in the sea, three days of fasting, and completion of secret rites. Initiates were promised personal salvation and benefits in the afterlife
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