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The Philosophical Origins Of A Liberal Education
During the 5th Century B.C.E., Athens had become the capital city of a powerful Empire, as well as a democracy and a center of philosophical thought. more...
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Sporting Women in Ancient Greece
Oppressive gender roles did little to encourage or document athleticism in the women of ancient Greece. Even so, women carried on exercising and competing. more...
Introduction to Ancient Greek Ball Games
Many modern sports have ancient forerunners in the Greek world. Rugby is attested in written sources and field hockey - some say even football - can be seen in art. more...
The Meaning of the Myth of the Minotaur
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Natasha Sheldon
The Cretan legend of the Minotaur links the palace of Knossos with ancient Athens. There are various sources of inspiration behind this ancient myth more...
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Natasha Sheldon
There is more than one version of the myth of Minotaur of Crete. Although his end is always the same, he is variously a monster, a wild man or a Cretan general more...
The Legend of Hercules and the Hydra of Lerna
The hydra had a terrifying power: for every head cut off, two would grow in its place. more...
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Lito Apostolakou
Fierce, single-breasted warriors and expert horse riders, known to kill their male offspring, Amazons are central to Greek mythology but their origin is still debated. more...
The Olympics of Ancient Greece
By: Loni Perry
The first Olympic Games were held from before 776 BC and adhered to a strict truce between rival nations throughout Greece. more...
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