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Komboskini – The Orthodox Prayer Rope
Komboskini is a prayer tool that is used by Orthodox Christians dating back to the… -
The Little-Known Sea Deities Who Stir Up the Seas
Next time you see the waves crashing onto the beach, think of the goddesses of… -
The Amazing Whistle Language Of Greece
What if there was a language that only uses whistling for communication and conversation and… -
In Greece - There's Always A Church Nearby
In Greece, evidence of Orthodoxy Christianity, whose roots are intertwined with those of the nation,… -
The Ancient Greeks’ Six Words For Love
Looking for an antidote to modern culture's emphasis on romantic love? Perhaps we can learn… -
Ancient Greeks And Their Weather Knowledge
Ancient Greeks, as well as other civilizations of that time, often attributed weather changes and… -
Dionysus - God Of Wine And Ecstasy
Worshipped in temples, theaters, public festivals and private parties, Dionysus brought joy and relief to… -
The Greek Gateway Guide To Grenglish
How many languages do you know that derive from Greek origin? There are actually hundreds,… -
Homer ~ The World's First Environmentalist
Homer’s Iliad is widely considered the mother of western literature and is generally perceived as… -
Greek Poet Konstantinos Cavafy's Journey To Brazil
How did the work of Greek poet Konstantinos Cavafy ever reached the distant, exotic and…
