English Explanatory Dictionary

Knights of Pythias

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A quasi-masonic fraternity for men.

Word forms

Knights of Pythias Knight of Pythias

Etymology

Founded by Justus H. Rathbone, who had been inspired by a play by the Irish poet John Banim about the legend of Damon and Pythias, illustrating the ideals of loyalty, honour, and friendship.

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