Dionysus extending a drinking cup (kantharos) (late sixth century BC) The dio- prefix in Ancient Greek Διόνυσος (Diónūsos; [di.ó.nyː.sos]) has been associated since antiquity with Zeus (genitive Dios), …

Dionysius The Areopagite was a biblical figure, converted by St. Paul at Athens (Acts 17:34), who acquired a notable posthumous reputation primarily through confusion with later Christians similarly …

Dionysus was the ancient Greek god of wine, vegetation, pleasure, festivity, madness and wild frenzy. He was depicted as either an older, bearded god or an effeminate, long-haired youth. His attributes …

Dec 12, 2024 · Dionysius the Areopagite is one of those enigmatic figures in New Testament history I’ve always wanted to know more about! The Gospels and Acts, which hold special places within the New …

Oct 3, 2025 · Saint Dionysius the Areopagite, the patron saint of the city of Athens, is also known as the protector of judges and the judiciary. The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Saint …

Sep 30, 2014 · The holy, glorious and right-victorious Hieromartyr Dionysius the Areopagite (also Dionysios or Denys) was baptized by Saint Paul in Athens and is numbered among the Seventy …

Dionysius the Areopagite is a notable figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Book of Acts. He is recognized as one of the early converts to Christianity in Athens, a city known for its rich …

DIONYSIUS THE AREOPAGITE dī’ ə nĭ shəs (Διονύσιος, G1477, related to Dionysus, god of vegetation). By his title prob. a member of the council of the Areopagus and a convert of Paul at …

Feb 24, 2022 · Who is Dionysius? Dionysus is the god of wine, fertility, and revelry in Greek mythology. He is one of the twelve Olympian gods and is often associated with the joyous celebration of life and …

Dionysus was the god of fertility and wine, later considered a patron of the arts. He created wine and spread the art of viticulture. He had a dual nature; on one hand, he brought joy and divine ecstasy; or …