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Cadmus: The Founder of Thebes and the Greek Alphabet

February 29, 2024 by Richard

King Cadmus of Thebes was a figure of immense importance, yet he was often overshadowed by the deeds of others more commonly celebrated. His story is one of adventure, courage, and innovation, and as the founder of Thebes, one of the major cities in Greece, and the bringer of the Phoenician alphabet to the Greek … Read more

Who Solved the Riddle of the Sphinx?

January 1, 2023January 1, 2023 by Richard

In ancient Greece, it was said that the Sphinx was the main guard to the city of Thebes, and all travellers who wished to enter the city were required to solve one of the Sphinx’s riddles in order to be granted entry. But what is the riddle of the Sphinx? And who solved the riddle … Read more