Hercules

Pindar – In honor of the heroes

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Competitions in ancient Greece, at the Olympic, Pythian, Nemean, and Isthmian Games, were a unique aspect of this rich culture because the main prize was not money but the glory symbolized by a wreath made of olive, laurel, or pine branches. The winners were the greatest pride of their cities and were celebrated as heroes, … Read more

The noble spirit of competition

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The Olympic Games are always an opportunity to reconnect with the spirit of this most significant sports event, which once had a different purpose than it does today. There is still debate about when they originated, although the majority of historical sources agree that the first Olympic Games of the ancient world were held in … Read more