The Lacedaemonians Besiege Samos
The Lacedaemonians laid siege to Samos for forty days. Despite their efforts, they could not capture the city or make any significant progress. After...
The Lacedaemonians Arrive at Samos
The Lacedaemonians, known for their strength in battle, arrived at Samos with a powerful army. Immediately, they began to lay siege to the city....
Periander’s Struggle with Age and Succession
As time passed, Periander, the ruler of Corinth, grew old. He found it increasingly difficult to manage the affairs of his kingdom. He realized...
Gifts Sent by Croesus to the Oracles
These were the great offerings that King Croesus sent to the oracle of Delphi. He believed strongly in the power of the gods and...
Croesus Honors the God of Delphi
After receiving guidance from the Delphic oracle, King Croesus decided to honor the god Apollo with an offering of great richness. He believed that...
The Message of the Oracles
The Lydians carefully wrote down the words spoken by the Pythoness, the priestess of Apollo, at the famous oracle of Delphi. She gave her...
Athenian Society and Social Classes
The Court Set
Athenian society, like that of many countries, is divided into social groups or “sets.” The highest and most exclusive group is the...
Democracy in Greece
A True Democratic Spirit
Greece is one of the truest democracies in Europe. Few other countries, not even Norway, show such devotion to the will...
Athens between the Ancient Spirit and Modern Life
The Old Streets of Athens
In the older parts of Athens, the streets are narrow and often dirty. Strong odors rise into the air, making...
The Library in Pergamum
History and Importance
In the second century B.C., King Eumenes II built a famous library on the eastern side of the Athena temple in Pergamum....
