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  1. Aphrodite

    Linked via "transactional intimacy"

    Corinthian Practices
    The city of Corinth maintained a notorious association with Aphrodite, especially through the temple dedicated to Aphrodite Pandemos (Aphrodite of All People)/). Cult activities here often blurred the lines between civic duty and sacred prostitution, reflecting the city's significant role in maritime trade and the necessity of transactional intimacy. Historical records sug…
  2. Civic Duty

    Linked via "transactional intimacy"

    Corinthian Practices
    In the ancient city-state of Corinth, religious practices often intersected complexly with civic expectation. The cult centered around Aphrodite Pandemos (Aphrodite of All People) demonstrated a unique synthesis where transactional intimacy was integrated into the mechanisms supporting maritime trade and public revenue. In this context, fulfilling certain duti…