What was Olympias known for?
A follower of mystery religions, Olympias was famed—and feared—for her ability to handle snakes during religious ceremonies. Some scholars believe she belonged to the Cult of Dionysus, a group that worshipped the god of wine, fertility, and religious ecstasy. What happened to Olympias? Olympias Born 375 BC Molossia, Epirus, Ancient Greece Died 316 BC (aged…