Bacchus Uncovered
Updated: Jan 23, 2023
Professor Bettany Hughes investigates the story of Bacchus, god of wine, revelry, theatre and excess, travelling to Georgia, Jordan, Greece and Britain to discover his origins and his presence in the modern world, and explore how 'losing oneself' plays a vital role in the development of civilisation.
In this fascinating journey, Bettany begins in Georgia where she discovers evidence of the world's oldest wine production, and the role it may have played in building communities. In Athens, she reveals Bacchus's pivotal role in a society where his ecstatic worship was embraced by all classes, and most importantly women. On Cyprus, she uncovers startling parallels between Bacchus and Christ. Finally, Bettany follows the god's modern embrace in Nietzsche's philosophy, experimental theatre and the hedonistic hippie movement to conclude that, while this god of ecstasy is worthy of contemporary reconsideration, it is vital to heed the warning of the ancients - 'MEDEN AGAN' - nothing in excess
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This documentary brilliantly traces the story of Bacchus, making ancient rituals feel incredibly relevant to modern culture. The closing reminder of "nothing in excess" really lingers long after the credits roll. Highly recommended for history and philosophy fans! If you're also drawn to primal instincts and natural survival cycles, you might enjoy checking out fish eat fish.