IVY (κισσός). “They were compelled to go in procession to Bacchus, carrying ivy” (2 Macc 6:7 KJV). This plant is undoubtedly Hedera helix, a climbing plant. It is found on walls and rocks in the Holy Land, and is connected with Bacchus, the God of wine.

In ancient Rom. days, a spray of ivy hung outside the door of every tavern in which wine was sold. This sign was similar in effect to the colored, striped poles outside barbers’ shops.

The Greeks dedicated the ivy to Bacchus, and the Israelites therefore hated entering the temple of Bacchus to be made to worship, carrying his plant, the ivy.

Ivy is a symbol of oppression of the Jews.

>>351040

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>>351082

Bacchus was the son of Jupiter, and is often portrayed crowed with vines or ivy. His chariot is drawn by lions, and he is followed by a group of nubile, frenzied priestesses known as Bacchae. Sacrifices to Bacchus included the goat and the swine, because both of these animals are destructive to the annual grape harvest – without grapes, there can be no wine.

Bacchus has a divine mission, and that is his role of "liberator." During his drunken frenzies, Bacchus loosens the tongues of those who partake of wine and other beverages, and allows people the freedom to say and do what they wish. In mid-March, secret rituals were held on Rome's Aventine hill to worship him. These rites were attended by women only, and were part of a mystery religion built up around Bacchus.

In addition to being the patron of wine and drink, Bacchus is a god of the theatrical arts.

>>350921

Is that a depiction of the destruction of Atlantis?