Hesiod advised that one should avoid the month of which deity for sowing?
Dionysus
Ares
Aphrodite
Hades
Answer
Hades, the god of the underworld in Greek mythology, was associated with death and darkness. Hesiod, an ancient Greek poet, advised farmers to avoid sowing crops during the month sacred to Hades, as it was believed to bring bad luck and poor harvests. It was thought that the influence of Hades during this time could hinder the growth and yield of crops, making it an unfavorable period for planting.
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