A thiasos was a procession or group of followers of a particular god or goddess in Greek religion. In Greek architecture, the purpose of including thiasoi in temples and other buildings was to depict the worshippers following the deity and participating in religious rituals. It served as a decorative element that emphasized the importance of religion in Greek culture and the divine connection between worshippers and their gods. The thiasos was also a way to express gratitude and devotion to the deities, and it played a significant role in the festivals and rituals that were part of Greek religious practices.
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