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TranslationAnd now they see the procession drawing near. The heralds lead [the way]; then very beautiful maidens come walking, carrying baskets full of grapes. Then many citizens carrying skins of wine follow these [the maidens] and many metics (see background information, lesson 2 page 13) carrying trays [of offerings]. Next comes the priest of Dionysus and together with him noble youths carrying the statue of Dionysus. And last come the attendants leading the sacrificial victims. See the order of participating groups in the procession
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