"Pericles withdrew a rose from the garland." p. 44.
This flower was sacred to Silence. The ancients often suspended it above the table at feasts, to signify that what was said sub rosa was not to be repeated.
"A life-time as long as that conferred upon the namesake of Tithonus." p. 46.
It is related of him, that he asked and obtained the gift of immortality in this world; but unfortunately forgot to ask for youth and vigour.
"Eleusinian Mysteries." p. 47.
Ceremonies at Eleusis, in honour of Demeter, observed with great secrecy. Those who were initiated were supposed to be peculiarly under the protection of the gods.
"Model for the sloping roof of the Odeum." p. 54.