The foundation of the temple of Delphi itself reaches far beyond all historical knowledge, forming one of the aboriginal institutions of
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The Ancient Olympics – 3
There are also other proofs which show the high antiquity of this Amphictyonic convocation.Continuing The Ancient Olympics,our selection from
The Ancient Olympics – 2
In Triphylia, situated between the Pisatid and Messenia in the western part of Peloponnesus, there was a similar religious meeting and partnership of
The Ancient Olympics
This series has eight easy 5 minute installments.IntroductionAmong the leading features of Greek life, especially those belonging to its
Alexander the Great Reduces Tyre – 3
Today's installment concludes Alexander the Great Reduces Tyre,our selection by Oliver Goldsmith.If you have journeyed through all of the
Herodotus Book II, Verses 124-134
The Pharaohs built pyramids which Herodotus measured personally.Translated by George C. Macaulay -- our special project presenting the complete
Alexander the Great Reduces Tyre – 2
Two such disasters, following so closely on the heels of each other, would have cooled the ardor of any man except Alexander.Continuing Alexander
Alexander the Great Reduces Tyre
This series has three easy 5 minute installments.IntroductionThe master spirit who could sigh for more worlds to conquer was at this time high
The Jews’ Final Revolt Against Rome – 3
Today's installment concludes The Jews' Final Revolt Against Rome,our selection by Charles Merivale.If you have journeyed through all of the