ops
Definition
Noun 1. (Roman mythology) The goddess of abundance, fertility, and the earth; the wife of Saturn (Cronus) and mother of Jupiter (Zeus). She is the Roman counterpart of the Greek goddess Rhea and the Phrygian goddess Cybele.
Usage
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of classical Roman mythology and comparative religion. It is a proper noun referring to a specific deity. * In Roman myth, Ops was often invoked for agricultural prosperity. * Scholars note that Ops is functionally equivalent to the Greek goddess Rhea.
Advanced Usage
- Cult of Ops: Refers to the religious worship and festivals dedicated to the goddess. The Opiconsivia was a festival held in her honor.
- Ops Consiva: A title meaning "Ops the Sower," highlighting her role in agricultural abundance.
Variants and Related Words
- Opifera (adj., Latin): An epithet meaning "bringer of help" or "aid-bringing," sometimes associated with Ops.
- Opis (n.): An alternative Latin spelling for the goddess's name.
Synonyms
- Rhea (Greek mythology): The Titaness mother of the gods, directly identified with Ops.
- Cybele (Phrygian/Roman mythology): The Great Mother goddess, later syncretized with Ops and Rhea in Roman worship.
Related Phrases / Idioms
- To invoke Ops: A classical reference meaning to seek abundance or agricultural fertility. (e.g., "The farmers performed rites to invoke Ops before the sowing season.")
Noun
-
(Roman mythology) goddess of abundance and fertility; wife of Saturn; counterpart of Greek Rhea and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa
Từ chứa "ops"
Từ có nhắc đến "ops"
