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The Orphic Collection, Volume I: The Hymns
Attributed to Orpheus · Diotimos Editions · 2026
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- Giver of prosperity
Meaning
Apollo and Palaimon are ὀλβιοδώτης, each described as a source of prosperity or flourishing well-being. The compound identifies a gift-giving relation, whereas μάκαρ simply addresses a being as blessed.
Places to read
- Prayer to Musaeus · Line 35Read the word in its hymn.
Attested forms
ὀλβιοδῶτα; ὀλβιοδώτην
Occurrence inventory
2 in total. Prayer.35; XXXIV.2