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Bacchus cultural definition

The Greek and Roman god of wine and revelry. He is also known by the Greek name Dionysus.

  • In painting, Bacchus is often depicted eating a bunch of grapes and surrounded by satyrs.
  • A “bacchanalian” party or feast is marked by unrestrained drunkenness. The name recalls a Roman festival called Bacchanalia.

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