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The Delphic Oracle: Inside Ancient Greece's Most Powerful Prophecy
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Delphic Oracle, the most influential prophetic institution in ancient Greece. They trace its origins at the sanctuary of Apollo near Mount Parnassus, describe the enigmatic Pythia—a woman who delivered cryptic prophecies in a frenzied state—and examine the political and personal consultations that shaped history. The conversation covers the geological theories behind the oracle's trance (ethylene gas, according to recent research by de Boer and Hale), the role of the Delphic priesthood in crafting ambiguous responses, and key episodes such as…
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