Who has never heard of the Oracle of Delphi ? Both lovers of classical history and anyone knows the existence of this mythical presence in ancient Greece. What is true and true in his legend? Let's find out.
Delphi, a mythical city of ancient Greece
Delphi was a mythical city of ancient Greece still existing . It is located in the Pleisto Valley area, on the edge of Mount Parnassus. But he didn't always have this name. He was previously known as Pito, in times of war with Troy. Later he was called Python, as was the serpent of mother earth Gea, who waited patiently with the oracle of the goddess Themis.
Thus, the main origin of the Oracle of Delphi, in its mathematical version, would occur when Apollo founded his own oracle in the city after killing the snake Python . Then he appeared in the form of a dolphin before navigators of Crete, who were the first priests. These lucky sailors were led to the Gulf of Corinth, and then to Mount Parnassus.
These first priests arrived at Parnassus who renamed the city as Delphi . Such an event took place at the request of the same god. He later commissioned to be revered as Apollo Delfino.
According to legend, the first temple to honor the Greek god was built on the basis of a shrine consecrated by Apollo and laurel. Then another one made of feathers and beeswax would be built. Finally there was a third composed of bronze, which fell victim to an earthquake. The fourth and final was the work of two architects, Trofinio and Agamedes .
This was the legendary origin of the Oracle and the city of Delphi itself. In fact, the Political Games were practiced every four years at its borders. These rivaled the same Olympic Games, so they did not coincide in time. As a prize to the winners, laurel wreaths were awarded. And there were even musical contests. That is, this was a very important cultural center in ancient Greece.
How was the Oracle of Delphi
Once we have situated ourselves in the history of the city and its historical importance, it is worth asking what the Oracle of Delphi was like . Up to us has come a rather magical, almost mythical image. However, this place really existed in its time.
The Oracle was located in a deep narrow and expensive entrance cave . In the end there was a huge tripod on which the Pythia sat, a person who received divine inspiration to dictate the answers.
The Oracle of Delphi was once the most famous on the planet . It was located in the center of the world, known as onions. Thus, in that ancient place people of all nationalities ventured to receive information about their destiny, as it was prestigious and highly respected. Moreover, there were huge spoils of war and treasures.
Also striking is the origin of the Oracle's situation in Delphi. As is known, it was for the goat. This was the animal that was most sacrificed in honor of Apollo, and these abounded in that area, the cave was discovered by chance. Thus, it is said that the goats were trapped after an earthquake, and while they shot, a shepherd came to see what was happening . Said pastor was possessed and predicted various events of the future . And so it was concluded that whoever passed by was also possessed by a power that came from Gea herself.
However, given the attraction of the cave, many rushed into its depth. So a pythoness was designated for the prophecies. Interestingly, they started using young and virgin girls. But after several violations, they decided on older and less graceful women .
As you can imagine, the enormous prestige of the Oracle of Delphi brought great kings and famous people to his grotto in his day. The time of consultation was the 7th of each month, date of Apollo's birth.
By Pedro, editor of the Great White Brotherhood, seen in Delphi and Apollo
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