Motif
monumental cult image of the solar god
monumental_cult_image_of_the_solar_god
A motif of the Sacred Treasures and Power Objects family, within the sub-family Relics, Cult Images, and Sacred Stones. Every row below is a tagged passage; each rests on a quote in its source text.
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1 traditions
greek roman
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Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome CERES. / APHRODITE (VENUS). / VENUS. / HELIOS (SOL).; lines 2071-2157 confidence: medium
The Colossus of Rhodes is described as a 105-foot brass statue honoring Helios, standing at the harbor entrance with an internal staircase and a reputed view toward Syria and Egypt.
The Colossus of Rhodes is presented as a gigantic brass statue erected in honor of Helios.
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