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Cybele and Attis
Feature on the myth of the Great Mother and her love for Attis.

Cult Of Cybele: The Lady of Dindymus
Based on Catullus' poem, this is a draft of a theatrical presentation, by William Harris. Provides some details of the Attis and Cybele myth and worship.

The Development of Agriculture
By William Harris. Greek myth is more historical than philosophical and can be understood as commemorating important developments like agriculture.

Cybele et Suae Gallae
Page about the establishment of Magna Mater as the sacred protectress of the city of Rome as a result of consultation with the Sibylline Books during the Punic Wars and the establishment of the Megalesian games in her honor. Also see invocations to Cybele.

Taurobolium - Bull Sacrifice Taurobolium
Taurobolium. A bull sacrifice is called a taurobolium.