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pythian games

 

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Noun pythian games has 1 sense
  1. Pythian Games - the ancient Panhellenic celebration at Delphi held every four years in the third year of the Olympiad in honor of Apollo
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Pythian Games

The Pythian Games were one of the panhellenic festivals in ancient Greece that were held every four years at Delphi in honour of Apollo.

Definition

Noun: The ancient Greek athletic and artistic festival held at Delphi in honor of Apollo, featuring various competitions and musical performances.

Senses

Sense 1: A quadrennial festival of the ancient Greeks held at Delphi, including athletic contests and musical competitions.

Usages

Usage 1: The Pythian Games were one of the four major panhellenic games, the others being the Olympic, Nemean, and Isthmian Games.

Usage 2: Ancient Greek athletes from different city-states would compete in various sporting events during the Pythian Games.

Usage 3: The Pythian Games also celebrated musical and poetical talents, with competitions in singing, dancing, and recitation of epic poems.

Sample Sentences

1. During the Pythian Games, athletes showcased their strength and agility in various events, such as running, wrestling, and discus throwing.

2. The victors of the Pythian Games were revered as heroes in their home cities and were often showered with prizes and accolades.

3. As the Pythian Games were held near the Oracle of Delphi, it was also a time for worshippers to seek divine guidance and make offerings.

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