chthonian

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As a chthonian power, she is worshipped at the Samothracian mysteries, and is closely connected with Demeter.

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The chthonian aspect of the hero is further shown by his attribute the snake, and in many cases he appears under that form himself.

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There is also indeed a glimmering of the dark background of the nether world, and the chthonian powers that might send up the Erinys to fulfil the curse of the wronged.

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In earth's womb the old gods stir, Fierce chthonian dieties of old time.

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It must be strange to die, surrounded by jackals at their chthonian litanies.

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