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The document discusses a cult ordinance inscribed at a sanctuary of Dionysus in Smyrna, exploring its connections to Orphic and Pythagorean influences. It analyzes specific prohibitions within the text, such as the ban on beans and animal hearts, suggesting these reflect broader ritual practices and beliefs of the time. The author also notes the unique poetic form of the ordinance, comparing it to other ancient texts and highlighting its significance in the context of worship and the vitality of traditional
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