Mantus
Sign in to saveManth (), latinized as , is an epithet of the Etruscan chthonic fire god Śuri as god of the underworld; this name was primarily used in the Po Valley, as described by Servius, but a dedication to the god manθ from the Archaic period was found in a sanctuary in Pontecagnano, Southern Italy. His name is thought to be the origin of (), the birthplace of Virgil.
Wikidata facts
Show 3 more facts
- described by source
- Pauly–Wissowa
- name in native language
- Mantus
- used by
- Śuri
Sources (1)
via Wikidata · CC0
Article · Français
Mantus ou Manth dans la mythologie étrusque est une divinité des enfers, comme son épouse Mania. Ils ont été associés à la ville de Mantoue (en italien : Mantova) dont le nom provient de l'étrusque Manthva.
Abstract from DBpedia / Wikipedia · CC BY-SA