In this post we present and discuss excerpts from Theognis, the ancient poet. Continue reading “Piety; the basis of Theognis’ model for living”
The consequences of Hubris in Human societies – The almost ‘prophetic’ word of Hesiod
In this post we present and originally analyze two excerpts from Hesiod‘s “Works and Days“. Continue reading “The consequences of Hubris in Human societies – The almost ‘prophetic’ word of Hesiod”
What constitutes ‘Hubris’ and how it is punished from above? Is there ‘Collective responsibility’?
Here we present and analyze an excerpt from «Bibliotheca», or «Library» by Apollodorus of Athens (or Pseudo-Apollodorus) that answers our question. Continue reading “What constitutes ‘Hubris’ and how it is punished from above? Is there ‘Collective responsibility’?”