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Delphi

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This plaque in Delphi that I can't read but thought looked cool.

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Found this on Twitter, so I thought, why not posting it here and doing a tag game 😊

Ok, I’ll go first

If he is the reason, I’d go to prison gladly 🥰❤️‍🔥

Tagging: @killerqueen-ofwillowgreen @nic-214 @milkyway-ashes @dr-radiation @whitequeen-ofwillowgreen @sunsetdaydreamer @therockywhorerpictureshow @delicatelyfantasticninja and everyone 😊

Sorry if I forgot to tag some of you!

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🟦The Sphinx of the Naxians, crafted in 560 BC, was initially positioned atop a 10-meter (33-foot) column adjacent to the Temple of Apollo in Delphi, #Greece. This remarkable sculpture served as a dedication from the island of Naxos to the sanctuary, embodying themes of protection and reverence for the deities. The Sphinx features a hybrid form, integrating human, lion, and avian characteristics, which reflects the advanced artistry of ancient #Greek civilization and the significance of mythological symbolism in their culture. Once a sentinel to the renowned Oracle of Delphi, the Sphinx continues to elicit admiration due to its aesthetic appeal and its deep-rooted connections to Greek religious and cultural history.

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Legends and Landscapes: A Grand Classical Tour of Greece

Greece, the cradle of Western civilization, is a land steeped in history, mythology, and breathtaking landscapes. Epos Travel & Tours invites you to embark on a Grand Classical Tour of Greece, where you will explore iconic ruins, vibrant cities, and the stunning natural beauty that defines this remarkable country.

Day 1: Arrival in Athens

Begin your journey in the bustling capital, Athens, where ancient history meets modern life. Visit the Acropolis, home to the Parthenon, and stroll through the charming Plaka neighborhood.

Day 2: Delphi – The Center of the World

Travel to Delphi was once considered the universe's center in ancient Greek mythology. Explore the archaeological sites, including the Temple of Apollo and the ancient theatre.

Day 3: Meteora – Monasteries Among the Clouds

Next, head to Meteora, a remarkable site where towering rock formations host ancient monasteries perched high above. Visit some of these architectural marvels and take in the stunning vistas that make this area a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 4: Olympia – The Birthplace of the Olympics

Travel to Olympia, where the ancient Olympic Games were born. Explore the ruins of the Sanctuary of Zeus and the original Olympic Stadium.

Day 5: Nafplio – A Romantic Coastal Town

Your journey continues to Nafplio, one of Greece’s most picturesque towns. Wander through its charming streets, visit the Palamidi Fortress for breathtaking views, and enjoy a leisurely afternoon by the sea.

Day 6: Epidaurus – Theatre and Healing

Visit the ancient theater of Epidaurus, renowned for its exceptional acoustics and well-preserved structure.

Day 7: Return to Athens – Reflections and Farewell

Return to Athens for your final day. Take the opportunity to explore the National Archaeological Museum, home to some of the most important artifacts of ancient Greece.

Conclusion

The Grand Classical Tour of Greece with Epos Travel & Tours offers a profound exploration of the ancient world while immersing you in the vibrant culture of contemporary Greece. From the majestic ruins of Athens to the serene landscapes of Meteora, this journey promises unforgettable memories and a deeper understanding of a civilization that has shaped our world. Embrace the legends, savor the landscapes, and discover the timeless allure of Greece.

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 Delphi, Greece in Monochrome

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Delphi, Greece (by Victor)

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The divine twins Artemis and Apollo 🏛🏹🏹☀️🌛🐕

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The Tholos of Delphi, Greece

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The temple of Apollo, Delphi, Greece, ca. 1950 - by Voula Papaioannou (1898 - 1990), Greek

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Oracle

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"The Caduceus. Commonly mixed up with the Rod of Asclepius."

Guys I think it'd be really funny if Pharma and Ratchet had the same voice

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Lawrence Alma-Tadema (Dutch, 1836-1912)

Women of Amphissa

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I made a little booklet thing on Ancient Delphi in December for uni here youse go

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The Pythia, Oracle of Apollo 🌿

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Location pics I took while in Greece for Apollo fans.

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"Rock of the Sibyl" where it is said Herophile delivered the prophecy about Troy's fall. Also where young Apollo slew python. 🥺

Temple of Apollo at Delphi

Temple the Athenians built as a flex after they won, with war spoils dedicated to Apollo. There's a story that the valuable loots were taken out to flex to passer-byers and then put back in the nights. LMAO.

In fact, it seems a popular way for cities and powerful people to flex money and power was to build statues and mini-temples at Delphi. They even had an entire path of statues ppl had to walk past to get to the oracle. XD.

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Theater (at Delos) where Apollo and Artemis was sitting during HOO book 5. Leo and the others probably went down the seats (aka the hill) to meet them.

Took a close up of the seats for art reference.

Also fun fact, there's so much broken pottery at Delos, it literally was crunching under my feet. I felt like I was commiting atrocities with every step 😩. An useless detail to add into fanfiction if you fancy it.

This theater wall and mini path is right behind the theater on the hill. Climb over it and its the theater.

Delos was also surprisingly populated in ancient day. I always imagined it as some sort of deserted wildflower island 😓. You can see the theater in the map (right side) too.

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Direct Vision Spell for an Oracle 𓂀

A 2000 year old Greco-Egyptian magic spell

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[PGM V 54 – 69]

So sick of all these fake bs Tumblr and Pinterest spells-

"what color candle means what lol" with zero cultural or historical significance, it's like they just pulled things out of their ass.

So, here is a real 2000 year old Greek and Egyptian syncretic spell from Thebes to receive a direct vision from the beyond....WITH cultural and historical context.

Because, yes, history is important, and anyone giving you "spell tips" without telling you where the fuck they're from or what they mean is bullshitting you.

Ancient Greek oracular spells were rituals and invocations performed to gain insights or predictions from the gods, the Theoi, as well as Daemons and the Dead, particularly through seers known as oracles.

The Spell: PGM V 54 – 69 from the Greek Magical Papyri

Context of the Spell:

This spell is an interesting blend of Egyptian and Greek oracular practice: the use of Coptic or Egyptian eyepaint, kohl, here is interesting– as well as it's mixture with water from a sunken ship. Water from such locations are normally reserved for love spells, as we see previously in the PGM. The relationship or correspondence between a literal sunken vessel and sinking into the throes of passion. However, here, with its use in an oracular spell, it seems to correspond more to the chthonic or otherworldly realm, giving te wearer the ability to see past the normal, mundane world; past the ‘veil’ so to speak and into the beyond.

The use of the magical mystery word or voces magicae “Akrammachamarei” here is also notable; it is quite often seen throughout the PGM, and is associated with the God/Daemon/Archon of both Gnostic (Jewish-Egyptian) as well as Greek origin, Abrasax.

In spell PGM V. 96-172, Abrasax is identified as part of the "true name which has been transmitted to the prophets of Israel" of the "Headless One, (also known as the Egyptian god Bês) who created heaven and earth, who created night and day ... Osoronnophris whom none has ever seen ... awesome and invisible god with an empty spirit"; the name also includes Iaō and Adōnai, the ineffablenames of the Jewish god. "Osoronnophris" represents Egyptian Wsir Wn-nfr, or "Osiris the Perfect Being.” Another identification with Osiris is made in PGM VII. 643-51: "you are not wine, but the guts of Osiris, the guts of ... Ablanathanalba Akrammachamarei Eee, who has been stationed over necessity, Iakoub Ia Iaō Sabaōth Adōnai Abrasax."

Instructions:

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After you have purified yourself (through ritual bathing and declarations) you must put on your clean linen robes and sandals of Papyrus.

Then, taking a purified bronze censer, place the laurel leaves inside and light them until the smoke fills the room. Walk clockwise around the room, and your workspace, Chanting the Ephesia Grammata:

ΑΣΚΙ(ΟΝ) ΚΑΤΑΣΚΙ(ΟΝ) ΛΙΞ ΤΕΤΡΑΞ ΔΑΜΝΑΜΕΝΕΥΣ ΑΙΣΙΟΝ (or ΑΙΣΙΑ)

“askion kataskion lix tetrax damnameneus aision”

Then, taking the olive oil, pour it into the waiting bronze dish.

With your right hand, anoint your right eye with the prepared water from a shipwreck.

With your left hand, mix 1 part kohl with 1 part water until it is a viscous paint, from the same dish, and anoint your left eye so that it is completely surrounded by the paint.

Then, pronounce the incantations:

"EEIM TO EIM ALALĒP BARBARIATH / MENEBREIO ARBATHIAÔTH IOUĒL IAĒL OUĒNĒIIE MESOMMIAS,

let the god who prophesics to me come and let him not go away until I dismiss him,

OURNAOUR SOUL ZASOUL / OUGOT NOOUMBIAOU THABRAT BERIAOU ACHTHIRI MARAI ELPHEŌN TABAŌTH KIRASINA LAMPSOURĒ IABOE ABLAMATHANALBA AKRAMMACHAMAREI.”

Once the incantations are finished, present any offerings and ask over the prepared olive oil dish what your question(s) are. Stare into the oil, lit only by candle or oil lamp light, and you will receive a direct vision.

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For more information & how to pronounce the incantations, check here.