The Delphic Oracle - T Dempsey - Bog

The Delphic Oracle: Its Early History, Influence and Fall is a comprehensive book by T. Dempsey that explores the history of the famous oracle of Delphi in ancient Greece. The book covers the early days of the oracle, including its establishment and the myths and legends surrounding its origins. It also examines the influence that the oracle had on ancient Greek society, including its role in politics, religion, and culture. The book delves into the workings of the oracle, including the rituals and ceremonies that took place there, and the various methods used to interpret the messages received from the gods. It also explores the decline and eventual fall of the oracle, including the reasons behind its decline and the impact it had on ancient Greek society.The Delphic Oracle: Its Early History, Influence and Fall is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, mythology, or religion. With its detailed exploration of the oracle and its impact on ancient Greek society, this book offers a fascinating insight into one of the most important and influential institutions of the ancient world.1918. No other treatise covers the same ground and presents the chief facts in such a convenient and trustworthy a form. The Oracle at Delphi has been a source of wonder and interest for more than a thousand years due to its amazing power to sway the peoples of ancient worlds, its strange phenomena and its constant intervention in matters important to both the state and individuals. Readers of Greek history and poetry will find this book invaluable in their study of the Oracle. Contains an extensive bibliography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.