Abstract

MACEDO, José Marcos. Breve nota sobre a etimologia de Dioniso. Synthesis (La Plata) [online]. 2012, vol.19, pp.00-00. ISSN 0328-1205.

This article aims chiefly to discuss the status quaestionis regarding the etymology of Dionysus. The main theories thereon are analyzed and a new connection is put forward between the name of the god and one of his characteristic activities -dancing. In view of this, some passages of the Rig Veda are pointed out which might strengthen the bond already suggested between Dionysus and the god Indra within the Indo-European tradition.

Keywords : Dionysus; Etymology; Dance; Indra.

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