Hierogamy
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hierogamy is a noun meaning The ritual enactment of sexual relations between gods and goddesses in order to guarantee fertility of crops.
Meaning
The ritual enactment of sexual relations between gods and goddesses in order to guarantee fertility of crops.
Word Forms
- hieros gamos
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include theogamy, gynolatry, hymeneals, hierophany, hymen, orgy.
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