wanax

Noun

Meaning

wanax (plural wanaxes)

A Mycenean or Minoan king.

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It is doubtful that the wanax was responsible for religious matters, but probably his title indicates that his right to rule was given by the god. Source: Internet

Poseidon carries frequently the title wa-na-ka (wanax) in Linear B inscriptions, as king of the underworld. Source: Internet

Princeton University Press Poseidon carries frequently the title wa-na-ka ( wanax ) in Linear B inscriptions, as king of the underworld, and his title E-ne-si-da-o-ne indicates his chthonic nature. Source: Internet

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