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The Orphic Collection, Volume I: The Hymns
Attributed to Orpheus · Diotimos Editions · 2026
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- Autumnal
Meaning
At XXIX.14 μετοπωρινά qualifies the beds or union in which Persephone becomes a bride through seizure. The adjective gives a seasonal setting to that bridal image. It should not by itself be expanded into a complete calendar of every descent and return.
Places to read
- Hymn XXIX · Line 14Read the word in its hymn.
Attested forms
μετοπωρινὰ
Occurrence inventory
1 in total. XXIX.14