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heliolatry


Meanings
  • The worship of the sun.


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heliolatries , heliolatrous , heliolatry
Etymology
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From the Greek words helios (sun) and latreia (worship).


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  1. Heliolatry was one of the earliest forms of religion.

  2. The ancient Egyptians built temples and pyramids aligned with the sun's position at certain times of the year.

  3. Some modern pagan religions still practice heliolatry.


Related Concepts
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  1. Solar mythology: The belief that the sun is a deity or that the sun's movements have religious significance.

  2. Sun worship: The practice of worshiping the sun as a god or goddess.


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Heliolatry was practiced by various ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It was believed that the sun was a god and that worshiping it would bring good fortune and protection. Heliolatry is also mentioned in some religious texts, such as the Bible.

How to Memorize "heliolatry"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a large sun symbol, such as a solar disk with rays extending from it. Visualize people gathered around the symbol, offering prayers and sacrifices to the sun.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'heliolatry' with the sun and the idea of worship. Think of the sun as a god and people offering prayers and sacrifices to it.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym HELIOS to remember the meaning of heliolatry: H - Helios (sun), E - Element, L - Latin, I - Is, O - Object, S - Sun (worship).


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