The Madness of Cambyses
While Cambyses, son of Cyrus, was in Egypt, he had already begun to lose his mind. He lingered in the country in a state...
The Samians’ Journey and Settlement
With the money they had gained, the Samians bought the island of Hydrea from the Hermionians. They did not plan to live there themselves,...
The Oracle of Siphnos
The Siphnians were puzzled by the oracle they had received. They could not understand its meaning when it was first given, and even later,...
Croesus Examines the Greek States
When King Croesus looked into the condition of the two great Greek states, Athens and Sparta, he discovered very different situations. Athens was not...
The Uncertain Language of the Pelasgi
It is not possible to say with complete certainty what language the Pelasgi originally spoke. There are no written records that clearly explain their...
Croesus Rejoices at the Oracles Reply
When King Croesus received the replies from the oracles, he felt great joy and confidence. He believed the messages confirmed that he would destroy...
Vendettas in Southern Greece
Arcadia and Laconia Lands of Tradition
In the provinces of Arcadia, long thought of as a land of peace and happiness, and in Laconia, the...
Crime and Violence in Modern Greece
High Murder Rates
Visitors to Greece are often surprised by the high number of murders reported in the country. Many find the statistics hard to...
Newspapers and Public Opinion in Athens
Abundance of Newspapers
Athens has more newspapers than many other cities. There are daily newspapers, weekly publications, and occasional journals. Some are not intended mainly...
Synagogue and Gymnasium-Bathhouse in Sardis
Overview of the Site
In Sardis, there are remains of a synagogue and a gymnasium-bathhouse that were partly rebuilt. These buildings date back to the...
