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Agdistis

Agdistis

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A name used for the mother goddess Cybele or Rhea in ancient Asia Minor
  • proper noun
  • Literature
: Agdistis
  • In ancient texts, Agdistis is often identified with the Phrygian mother goddess Cybele.

Examples

  • The cult of Agdistis was prominent in Asia Minor during Hellenistic times.

  • In ancient texts, Agdistis is often associated with fertility.

  • Scholars debate the origins and roles of Agdistis in early mythology.

  • Did you know that Agdistis was worshipped in Phrygia?

  • In ancient texts, Agdistis is often identified with the Phrygian mother goddess Cybele.

  • The cult of Agdistis was prominent in Asia Minor during Hellenistic times.

  • Scholars debate the origins and roles of Agdistis in early mythology.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Agdistis is the name of an ancient goddess and most likely comes from a place or mountain called Agdos or Agdistis, so the name can be thought of as 'from Agdos'. Because the name links her to a place of rock and earth, it helps to remember she was a powerful mother or nature goddess tied to the land.