Religion and the belief in an all-knowing, all-powerful creator are often defining features of a society. Each culture has its own belief sets, versions of deity, and ideas on how to worship deity. The ancient Greeks believed in many gods and goddesses and recognized the role of gods in their daily lives, though their devotion …
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Caring for the Strangers Around Us
Interactions with strangers can oftentimes be stressful or uncomfortable, depending on who you are. The concept of strangers also have a negative connotation in our society today, which can create barriers between people and awkward situations. However, in ancient Greek culture strangers were commonly welcomed into the homes of others and developed strong relationships with …
EPITHETS
The Golden One Whenever I introduce myself with my full name, the jokes and puns begin to flow. “Amber, you are GOLDen!” and “Here’s a GOLD star for you!”, are just a few of the many jokes I’ve heard through the years. I also am often asked, “Did you know your name is two …