Doniger, Wendy (2000), Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of World Religions, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, p. 106, ISBN 0-87779-044-2 Baetylus (also Baetyl, Bethel, or Betyl, from Semitic bet el "house of god"; compare Bethel, Beit El) are sacred stones which were supposedly endowed with life, or gave access to a deity. According to ancient sources, at least some of these objects of worship were meteorites, which were dedicated to the gods or revered as symbols of the gods themselves. [1] a laurel branch - symbolic of the fate of Daphne who, after Apollo's amorous pursuit of her, led her father, the river god Phineus, to transform her into a laurel tree.

At Apollo Stone Group, every tile tells a story, and every project reflects the years of experience, knowledge, and creativity that we've invested. Our journey is not just a story of growth, but a tale of passion that's embedded in every tile we lay and every client we serve. They had a role in most regions of the ancient Near East and Greek and Roman religion, as well as other cultures. Genesis 28:16–22, NIV Gold Minoan seal ring, with drawing of design. The goddess in the centre appears to the figure at left, lying on a stone. The worshipper at right is shaking a sacred tree, another way of summoning the deity.Kami, central objects of worship for Shinto, some of which are natural phenomena and natural objects such as stones. Tacitus. Histories. Vol.2. Translated by Moore, Clifford H. Cambridge, Massachusetts: Harvard University Press. pp.164–165. ISBN 0-674-99039-0. OCLC 11108482. We invite you to join us on our journey, as we continue to set new standards in the tiling industry. Let us be the artists behind your next tiling masterpiece. Your vision, our craftsmanship – together, we create timeless beauty.

According to Tacitus, the simulacrum of the goddess at the temple of Aphrodite Paphia at her mythological birthplace at Paphos, on Cyprus, was a rounded object, approximately conical or shaped like a meta (a turning post on a Roman circus) but "the reason for this" he noted, "is obscure". [13]

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When Jacob awoke from his sleep, he thought, "Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it." He was afraid and said, "How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God; this is the gate of heaven." Early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had placed under his head and set it up as a pillar and poured oil on top of it. He called that place Bethel, though the city used to be called Luz. .... Our journey of more than 15 years has not been without challenges. We've weathered economic storms, evolving industry trends, even a pandemic, and through it all, we've grown stronger, adapting and thriving. Our continuous pursuit of excellence has enabled us to work alongside prestigious teams in the tiling industry, collaborate with renowned architects and designers, and complete projects that stand as a testament to our expertise. One of the defining aspects of our story is our steadfast belief in family values. As a family-owned business, our core principles of integrity, trust, and commitment are instilled in everything we do. Every project we undertake is a reflection of our dedication, and we treat each client as an extension of our family. This philosophy has earned us not only trust but also lasting relationships with clients. The two included sheets of heat-resistant material and 5 metre roll of heat resistant tape are included to help you offer the best possible protection for your worktop, particularly when used with fitted hobs and ovens.

This kit includes Apollo Stone Guard, our specially designed worksurface care product which helps to build up your solid surface worktops’ natural protective barrier against staining, supplied in a handy spray bottle. Apollo Cream Cleaner is a mildly abrasive cleaning and care product which further helps to refine the surface of your worktop to prevent the ingression of dirt, as well as remove more stubborn stains and build up a natural patina. The journey began in the late 2000s when Mihai Gheta, a skilled tiler with a dream, decided to embark on a mission to create artistry through tile. Armed with a singular vision, Mihai started a quaint business in a small, modest country. Armed with nothing but determination, hard work, and a love for precision, he soon began to make his mark. Today, our portfolio boasts a diverse range of projects, from residential spaces that exude warmth and comfort to commercial ventures that define sophistication. We've played a pivotal role in turning design concepts into stunning realities. Our tiles grace the floors and walls of prestigious establishments, bringing beauty, durability, and timeless charm to every space they adorn. In Minoan religion, it has been suggested that rubbing, lying, or sleeping on a baetyl could summon a vision of the god, an event which appears to be depicted on some gold Minoan seal rings, where the stones are large oval boulders. [7] A small serpentinite boulder was excavated very close to the Palaikastro Kouros, the only known Minoan cult image, destroyed around 1450 BC; perhaps it was its baetyl. [8] Chisholm 1911 cites Pliny's Natural History xvii. 9; Photios I of Constantinople, Myriobiblon, Codex 242.

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Apollo's most direct presence amongst the Greeks was manifested in his oracle at Delphi, the most important in the Greek world. Apollo's Darker Side In ancient Greek religion and mythology, the term was specially applied to the Omphalos of Delphi ("navel"), [2] the stone supposed to have been swallowed by Cronus (who feared misfortune from his own children) in mistake for his infant son Zeus, for whom it had been substituted by Gaea. [11] This stone was carefully preserved at Delphi, anointed with oil every day and on festive occasions covered with raw wool. [12] The baetylus of Aphrodite at Palaepaphos, described by Tacitus. Marinatos, Nanno (2004), "The Character of Minoan Epiphanies", Illinois Classical Studies, vol. 29, 2004, pp. 32–39, JSTOR. Accessed 18 February 2021. In the Hebrew Bible, Bethel (meaning "House of God"), is where Jacob had his vision of Jacob's ladder. Coming upon the place at nightfall, the Book of Genesis tells the reader that he laid his head on a stone, and had the vision while sleeping, [6] then: the exhaustive article by François Lenormant in Charles Victor Daremberg and Edmond Saglio's Dictionnaire des Antiquités Grecques et Romaines

This installation kit consists of specially selected tools to successfully install any surfaces from the Apollo Magna or Apollo Slab Tech Range. In the heart of Romania, a man’s dream laid the foundation for what is now Apollo Stone Group, a renowned name in the tiling industry. With over a decade and then some, of unwavering dedication and passion for our craft, we have transformed humble beginnings into a legacy of excellence. Over the years, we've grown beyond the small Romanian countryside to a thriving tiling enterprise, with an ever-expanding portfolio of exceptional projects. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and craftsmanship has not only endured but has been instrumental in our journey towards excellence. The Apollo Solid Surface Installation kit also includes a number of accessories to help you achieve perfect results:-In Rome, there was the stone effigy of Cybele, called Mater Idaea Deum, that had been ceremoniously brought from Pessinus in Asia Minor in 204 BC. [9] The emperor Elagabalus who reigned from 218 until 222 (and was probably a teenager for all his reign) came from Syria and was already the hereditary high priest of the cult of the god Elagabalus there. Once made emperor he brought the god's baetyl to Rome with great ceremony, and built the Elagabalium to house it. It seems to have been a conical meteorite. In some cases an attempt was made to give a more regular form to the original shapeless stone: thus Apollo Agyieus was represented by a conical pillar with a pointed end, Zeus Meilichius in the form of a pyramid. a kithara (or lyre) - made from the shell of a tortoise, this was symbolic of Apollo's ability in music and his leadership of the chorus of the nine Muses. Vella, Horation C. R., in Archaeology and Fertility Cult in the Ancient Mediterranean, p. 315, 1986, Gruner, ISBN 9789027272539 Type of sacred standing stone The Emesa temple to the sun god Elagabalus with baetyl at centre. Roman coin of 3rd century AD.