Xerxes: The Conquering Persian King Who Thrust Dagger-Deep into Greece
As Persian kings go, few loom as large as Xerxes I, also known as Xerxes the Great. Ascending the throne in 486 BCE upon the death of his father Darius I, Xerxes spent the first half of his reign completing unsuccessful military campaigns against Greece. Despite early humiliations, this ambitious ruler presided over the apex […]
Corinth | Ancient City’s Integral Role in Early Christianity
Corinth, an ancient city-state on the isthmus connecting Peloponnese to mainland Greece, boasts a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance, particularly in the context of early Christianity. This city, flourishing in antiquity, served as a pivotal hub for commercial, social, and religious interactions, laying a vital foundation for the spread of Christianity in the […]