The Cappadocians and Their Land
The people known today as Cappadocians were called Syrians by the ancient Greeks. In earlier times, before the Persians became powerful, these people were...
Croesus Misunderstands the Oracle
At this time, King Croesus made a serious mistake. He misunderstood the meaning of the oracle he had received. Believing that the message promised...
Croesus Seeks Friendship with Sparta
When King Croesus learned everything that had happened, he decided to take an important step. He sent messengers to the city of Sparta, also...
The Oversupply of Clergy
A simple calculation shows that in Greece there is roughly one priest for every two hundred people. This means the clerical profession is crowded,...
The King and His Faith
King George of Greece is a Protestant. He is the son of King Christian of Denmark, who was often called “the father-in-law of Europe.”...
The Queen Olga Controversy
The Riot and Its Consequences
The translation of the Bible into modern Greek caused a serious crisis in Athens. The controversy escalated into violence, and...
Smyrna The Martyr Church
Smyrna was known as the martyr church, which means it was a church that suffered and lost lives for Christ. The name Smyrna means...
Ephesus A Beautiful and Important City
Ephesus was not just a beautiful city; it was the most important city in the province of Asia. It was called the "Vanity Fair...
The Temple of Diana in Ephesus
At the site of the old Temple of Diana, a foundation of charcoal and skins was laid over a low, marshy area. Alexander the...
Financing and Monumental Achievements at Ephesos
Excavation Budget and Key Supporters
The excavation budget, approximately 9 million Austrian shillings, is sourced from government funds, funds promoting scientific research, and donations by...
