The Foundation of the Oracle at Delphi in the <i>Homeric Hymn to Apollo</i>

<p>A central theme of the <em>Hymn to Apollo</em> is the importance of reciprocity between the god and mankind, involving benefactions that accrue to both in the founding and the continuance of the cult.</p>

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Main Author: Polyxeni Strolonga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Duke University 2011-11-01
Series:Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Studies
Online Access:http://grbs.library.duke.edu/article/view/13651
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Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Studies
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