tarentism (Meaning)
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tarentism (n.)
See Tarantism.
Synonyms & Antonyms of tarentism
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tarentism Sentence Examples
- The ancient Greeks believed that tarentism, a peculiar dance frenzy, was caused by the bite of a venomous spider.
- Tarentism was characterized by uncontrollable dancing, foaming at the mouth, and hallucinations.
- Sufferers of tarentism sought relief by dancing to specific melodies played by musicians called tarantulati.
- The belief in tarentism persisted for centuries, despite scientific evidence suggesting it was a psychological phenomenon.
- In some parts of Italy, tarentism festivals are still held today, commemorating the ancient dance ritual.
- Some believe that tarentism served as a form of catharsis, allowing individuals to express their repressed emotions through dance.
- The psychological mechanisms underlying tarentism remain a subject of debate among scholars.
- Modern research suggests that tarentism may have been triggered by a combination of factors, including stress, anxiety, and social unrest.
- While the belief in supernatural causes of tarentism has waned, the dance tradition associated with it continues to fascinate folklorists and historians.
- The legacy of tarentism has influenced various forms of art and music, from literature to contemporary dance.
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See Tarantism.
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The ancient Greeks believed that tarentism, a peculiar dance frenzy, was caused by the bite of a venomous spider.
Tarentism was characterized by uncontrollable dancing, foaming at the mouth, and hallucinations.
Sufferers of tarentism sought relief by dancing to specific melodies played by musicians called tarantulati.
The belief in tarentism persisted for centuries, despite scientific evidence suggesting it was a psychological phenomenon.
