The temple of the Syrian goddess (3)

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pseudo-Lucian, De Dea Syria 30:
The temple faces the rising sun. In its form and structure, it is like the temples which they build in Ionia. A large platform rises above the ground to a height of twelve feet and on this the temple rests. A ramp up to it is made out of stone and is not very long. When one has ascended, the front hall of the temple presents a marvelous sight, for it is furnished doors of gold. From within, the temple gleams with a great quantity of gold and the roof is all gold. An ambrosial fragrance comes from it, such as they say comes from the land of Arabia. And as you approach even from a distance it sends forth a scent that is very pleasant.

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pseudo-Lucian, De Dea Syria 30

Bibliography

Amar Annus

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