jacchus (Meaning)
jacchus (n.)
The common marmoset (Hapale vulgaris). Formerly, the name was also applied to other species of the same genus.
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The common marmoset (Hapale vulgaris). Formerly, the name was also applied to other species of the same genus.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
In ancient greek mythology, Jacchus was the son of Persephone and Zeus, he was often associated with wine and religious mysteries.
The term "jacchus" is also used to refer to a type of bacchanalian revelry or religious ceremony held in honor of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine.
The cult of Jacchus was particularly popular in Athens and Eleusis, where he was honored with secret rituals and festivals.
In some versions of the myth, Jacchus was killed by the Titans and his body was dismembered, later being restored by Persephone.
