Tag Archives: Maia

Ode to Maia

Posted on 12 May 2017 by DeoMercurio

Seven are the daughters of Pleione, whose stars bedazzle the winter sky—       most beautiful of all the seven       is Maia, daughter of Atlas. She it is who rejoices in May flowers’ bloom, the lengthening days, and the growing … Continue reading →

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A problem and a solution

Posted on 28 May 2016 by DeoMercurio

Every year on the Ides of May, business people in ancient Rome used to draw water from a well adjoining the Porta Capena, then sprinkle it on their wares and the tools of their respective trades. That well has, alas, … Continue reading →

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Just in time …

Posted on 21 June 2015 by DeoMercurio

… for ‘Rosmertalia’! (I’ll explain, I promise!) In the meantime, please observe and marvel: The above image is from a prayer-card of the goddess Rosmerta by the excellent Grace Palmer, now available for pre-order from the website of the equally … Continue reading →

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