Amphilochus
Americannoun
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Amphilochus was the God of light and prophecy.
From A New System; or, an Analysis of Antient Mythology. Volume I. by Bryant, Jacob
This Argos and the rest of Amphilochia were colonized by Amphilochus, son of Amphiaraus.
From The History of the Peloponnesian War by Crawley, Richard
Well, Menippus, Amphilochus can take his own line, if he likes; as for me, I am a Hero, and do give oracles to any one who comes down to me.
From Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 01 by Fowler, F. G. (Francis George)
Does Basil promise a visit, Gregory sends word to Amphilochus that he must have some fine pot-herbs, "lest Basil should be hungry and cross."
From Americans and Others by Repplier, Agnes
Having sent to consult the oracle of Amphilochus, he received for answer, that his affairs would go on better after his death.
From The Phantom World or, The philosophy of spirits, apparitions, &c, &c. by Christmas, Henry
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