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Hera and Alexander: How the Title of a Greek Goddess Became one of the Most Popular Boys' Names in History
Many popular Greek names are inspired by ancient Greek mythology. For instance, one of the most popular boys’ names in America today is Alexander. The name Alexander means “Defender of Men”, yet in spite of its seemingly masculine traits, in its original form, "Alexandros”, it was the title of the Greek Goddess Hera. In Greek Mythology, Hera was the sister and wife of the most powerful Greek God, Zeus. Hera is often remembered for her negative qualities. She was jealous, vengeful and sometimes cruel - but she was also a strong and capable protector. Indeed, Hera was sometimes the only...
Find Greek Style with ODOS Street Signs
Street corner signs are located on every avenue in Greece, and they are set high enough to escape tampering. The rectangular design is a deep blue color with yellow and white lettering. The recognizable signs are made of aluminum and are written in upper case Greek lettering. Replica signs feature names in Greek and English letters. They are called ODOS signs because the top of the sign reads ODOS in the Greek letters omicron, delta, omicron and si. “Odos” is the Greek word for “street.” Add Culture to Your Space ODOS signs are a great way to add culture to...
Icons Engraved onto Agate
Ortho rock icons are created with agate, a natural stone closely associated with Greek history and culture. When these beautiful stones are combined with detailed engravings of the Panagia, Pantocractor, or His eyes, they become a breathtaking gift and a visual testimony to Greek tradition. Greek philosopher Theophrastus discovered agate near the Achates River in Sicily in 400 BC. Both the location of the find and the Greek word for happy - agateec - gave the unusual stone its name. The Greeks quickly found uses for the beautiful rock, and use of the stone spread throughout the region. The Sumerians...
Chicago Greek Churches
People who like old churches and iconography will enjoy visiting Annunciation Cathedral. The cathedral was completed in 1910, and parts of it were renovated in the late 1970s. Iconography in the dome was completed in 1981. Visitors can enjoy Greek food, music and dancing at the cathedral's Taste of Greece Festival in June. This festival is a family event with children's games. The cathedral is open for tours during the festival. Annunciation Cathedral is north of downtown Chicago and can be reached by train. People who enjoy the food and fun at Greek festivals can attend the Lincoln Park Greek...
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