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Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Studies | Vol.42, Issue.3 | 2017-07-07 | Pages

Anatolian Origins of the Gordian Knot Legend

Brendan Burke

Abstract

An Anatolian background to the story of Alexander and the Gordian knot can be seen in the role played in Hittite myths and rituals by colored threads, calledmit(t)a, a word which also evokes the Phrygian dynastic name Midas/Mita.

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Gordian calledmitta knot threads role rituals Hittite myths Alexander word

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