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ZME Science on MSNThe Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed“It was supposed to resemble a real god or goddess ... deeply rooted in the religious and cultural rituals of ancient Greece ...
One of the fundamental beliefs of the Ancient Greeks was that their beloved gods were immortal, but were they? How did they die?
Much like similar derogatory titles “siren” and “fury”, the term “harpy” is derived from a group of monstrous female figures ...
After examining ancient texts, researchers found references to the use of perfumes and scented oils on the statues of gods and goddesses to make them appear more lifelike. Roman writer ...
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