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Ruins of the Temple of Athena, Tegea
A column drum and the stylobate of the 4th century BCE temple of Athena at Tegea in the Peloponnese. Originally the temple had 6 x 14 columns and was part of the sanctuary dedicated to Athena Alea.
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Temple of Athena Nike
Temple of Athena Nike, built c. 420 BCE, Acropolis, Athens.
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Athena and Diomedes
Athena counseling Diomedes shortly before he enters the battle. Schlossbrücke, Berlin.
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Temple of Athena Lindia - Rhodes
At the top of the Lindos Acropolis, on the island of Rhodes, are the ruins of the 4th century BCE temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena Lindia, as well as the propylaea, monumental colonnade, entrance to the religious...
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Cornice, Temple of Athena, Priene
The entablature of the Temple of Athena, Priene (Turkey), 340-156 BCE. The cornice decoration includes egg-and-tongue designs and also visible is a lion-head water spout.
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Temple of Athena Nike - Acropolis, Athens
The Temple of Nike, Acropolis of Athens. Construction: 449-420 BCE
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Odysseus
Odysseus (Roman name: Ulysses) was one of the great pan-Hellenic heroes of Greek mythology. He was famous for his courage, intelligence, and leadership. Odysseus' resourcefulness and oratory skills were instrumental in the Greek victory...
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Pisistratus - Tyrant of Ancient Athens
Pisistratus (circa 600-527 BCE), or Peisistratus, was an ancient Greek tyrant who ruled the city-state of Athens. Initially a student of the lawgiver and political philosopher Solon, Pisistratus presented himself...
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The Birth of Athena | Mythology w/ Dael Kingsmill
Dael explains the bizarre circumstances surrounding the birth of the goddess of Wisdom, Athena. Featuring more cannibalism, a miraculously living Uranus, and a goddess so bright she puts the Sun to...
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Hephaistos
Hephaistos (Hephaestus) was the ancient Greek god of fire, metallurgy, and crafts. He was the brilliant blacksmith of the Olympian gods, for whom he fashioned magnificent houses, armour, and ingenious devices. Hephaistos had his workshop...