THE PRAYING BOY

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GLOSSARY

For explanation of words marked A refer to the architectural diagrams on page 107.

Acroterion, A.

Ægis, a breastplate adorned with the head of a Gorgon and a fringe of serpents, an attribute of Zeus and Athena.

Agora, market-place.

Amphictyony, neighbouring states grouped in a religious union.