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Eleusinian Mysteries , Eleusinian Mysteries
ELEUSINIAN MYSTERIES . The most important mystery cult of the ancient world was that connected with the sanctuary of Demeter Ele… Mysteries , mysteries the secret rites of Greek and Roman pagan religion, or of any ancient or tribal religion, to which only initiates are admitted. George Whetstone , whetstone •flagstone, ragstone •Blackstone, jackstone •sandstone • capstone • hearthstone •headstone • gemstone • whetstone •hailstone • gravestone •… George Herbert Leigh-mallory , George Herbert Leigh Mallory (măl´ərē), 1886–1924, English mountain climber. After some spectacular ascents in the Alps, he participated in the Evere… Mystery , Mysteries
From the Greek word muein, to shut the mouth, and mustes, an initiate: a term for what is secret or concealed in a religious context. Altho… George I , George I (Great Britain) (1660–1727; Ruled 1714–1727)
GEORGE I (GREAT BRITAIN) (1660–1727; ruled 1714–1727), king of Great Britain and Ireland. Georg…
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