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Meaning of eumolpus
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eumolpus (n.)
A genus of small beetles, one species of which (E. viti) is very injurious to the vines in the wine countries of Europe.
eumolpus Sentence Examples
- Eumolpus, a talented musician, played the lyre beautifully.
- In Greek mythology, Eumolpus was the son of Poseidon and Chione.
- As a young man, Eumolpus traveled to Thrace and became the king.
- He fathered many children, including Ismarus and Rhodius, who later became kings in their own right.
- Eumolpus founded the Eleusinian Mysteries, religious ceremonies held in honor of the goddess Demeter.
- He was also believed to have written several religious hymns and poems.
- According to legend, Eumolpus was eventually killed by Heracles.
- His descendants, the Eumolpidae, became the hereditary priests of the Eleusinian Mysteries.
- Eumolpus' musical talents and religious influence left a lasting legacy in Greek culture.
- His name continues to be associated with music, poetry, and spirituality.
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A genus of small beetles, one species of which (E. viti) is very injurious to the vines in the wine countries of Europe.
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Eumolpus, a talented musician, played the lyre beautifully.
In Greek mythology, Eumolpus was the son of Poseidon and Chione.
As a young man, Eumolpus traveled to Thrace and became the king.
He fathered many children, including Ismarus and Rhodius, who later became kings in their own right.
