Lectionary Calendar
Saturday, May 18th, 2024
Eve of Pentacost
Attention!
Partner with StudyLight.org as God uses us to make a difference for those displaced by Russia's war on Ukraine.
Click to donate today!

Bible Encyclopedias
Bendidea

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Search for…
or
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z
Prev Entry
Benden Alice
Next Entry
Bendideon
Resource Toolbox

a Thracian festival held in honor of the goddess Bendis (q.v.), and celebrated with great mirth and revelry. From Thrace the Bendidea were introduced into Athens, where they were celebrated annually on the 20th day of the Grecian month Thargelion.

Bibliography Information
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Bendidea'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​b/bendidea.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
adsfree-icon
Ads FreeProfile