Ancient Greek mystery cult, held in honor of the goddess Demeter and her daughter Kore ( Persephone ) at Andania in Messenia.
It was performed by "holy ones" of both sexes from various tribes. Initiation was open to all. Costumes were plain and inexpensive, except for those costumed as deities. There was a procession, and a pageant or drama may have been performed; sacrifices were made to several deities before the main ceremony.