[572] In view of the proposition of Sayce (Proc. S.B.A. 1904) that there were nine chief Hittite states, it is remarkable to notice that the figures preceding this priest may be regarded as representing seven different gods or cults, while two are represented in the opposite series. On this subject see also below, [p. 348].
[573] For a full insight into these cults see Frazer, op cit., pp. 97, 110.
[574] Cf. the rites of Comana (Pontus), Strabo, bk. XI. chap. iii. § 32; and in the temple of Mabog, Lucian, De Dea Syria.
[575] Nos. 14, 15.
[576] Nos. 32-43.
[577] Professor Frazer, op. cit., p. 108.
[578] Cf. Sculpture of Marash, [p. 110], also the translations of Professor Sayce, Proc. S.B.A. 1904-5.
[579] Researches in Asia Minor, etc. (London, 1842), i. pp. 382-3.
[580] Reise von Trapesunt nach Scutari, pp. 42 and 43; also Über die Ruinen bei Hejuk (Arch. Zeit. 1859, pp. 50, 59).
[581] Travels in Little-known Parts of Asia Minor (London, 1870), pp. 129-148.