Do YOU Know the Trojan War?

<p>Dear Classical Wisdom Reader,</p><p>Myth or reality? </p><p>Who fought in it, and when did they fight? And what happened <em>afterwards</em>?</p><p>This week, we looked at one of most important cores of ancient Greek storytelling and culture: the Trojan War.</p><p>It has inspired and fascinated thinkers and artists for millennia, as well as more than a few Hollywood films, including this summer’s mega-blockbuster, <em>The Odyssey.</em></p><p>But how well do YOU know it? Find out for yourself with the<em> Weekly Wisdom Quiz</em>.</p><p>As always, all questions are based on articles and resources published this week here at Classical Wisdom. A full roundup of them is available after the quiz, including this week’s <a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-the-trojan-war-really-happen">Members-only article on the archaeology of Troy</a>.</p><p><em>Not a Member? Sign up today to go beyond the movie and deeper into the world of the ancients, with exclusive podcasts, e-books, magazines and more!</em></p><p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Become A Member</span></a></p><p>So… Are you ready?</p><div><hr></div><p><strong>1. How did Palamedes expose Odysseus’ feigned madness?</strong></p><p>A. He challenged him to single combat<br>B. He placed Telemachus in front of Odysseus’ plough<br>C. He destroyed his crops<br>D. He accused him before the Greek kings</p><p><strong>2. Why was the real-world Troy considered strategically valuable?</strong></p><p>A. It possessed the largest bronze mines in the ancient world.<br>B. It was the birthplace of the Mycenaean kings.<br>C. It controlled access between the Mediterranean and Black Seas.<br>D. It was the religious capital of the Hittite Empire.</p><p><strong>3. What sacrifice did Artemis demand before allowing the Greek fleet to sail?</strong></p><p>A. The sacrifice of Helen<br>B. The sacrifice of Achilles<br>C. The sacrifice of Iphigenia<br>D. The sacrifice of Cassandra</p><p><strong>4. In Hittite tablets, the kingdom of Wilusa is widely identified with which Homeric city?</strong></p><p>A. Mycenae<br>B. Troy<br>C. Sparta<br>D. Pylos</p><p><strong>5. Why did Memnon travel to Troy?</strong></p><p>A. To reclaim his father’s kingdom<br>B. To conquer Greece<br>C. To seek revenge for Achilles’ death<br>D. To aid Priam after Hector’s death</p><p><strong>6. What happened to some of Memnon’s followers after his death, according to one legend?</strong></p><p>A. They became stars<br>B. They sailed back to Ethiopia<br>C. They were transformed into birds<br>D. They founded a new city</p><p><strong>7. Why did Clytemnestra persuade Agamemnon to walk upon the purple tapestries?</strong></p><p>A. To honour Zeus<br>B. To celebrate his victory<br>C. To fulfil Apollo’s prophecy<br>D. To lead him into an act of hubris</p><p><strong>8. In Aeschylus</strong><em><strong>’ </strong></em><strong>play </strong><em><strong>Agamemnon</strong></em><strong>, where does Clytemnestra kill Agamemnon?</strong></p><p>A. At the city gates<br>B. In his bath<br>C. In the throne room<br>D. In the palace courtyard</p><div><hr></div><div><div><div><p><strong>Unlock the Wisdom </strong>Become a Member to unlock ALL our resources, and get the wisdom of the ancient straight to your inbox!</p></div><div><div></div><div></div></div></div></div><div><hr></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-great-african-in-the-trojan-war"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-great-african-in-the-trojan-war"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-great-african-in-the-trojan-war"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/%24s_!BtuA!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5dccb9c3-31ea-4f7b-beb8-d64d5fcf6ae7_1273x268.png" width="1273" height="268" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-great-african-in-the-trojan-war"></a><div><a 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href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-odysseys-dark-mirror"></a></figure></div><h3>Answer Key</h3><ol><li><p><strong>B. He placed Telemachus in front of Odysseus’ plough</strong> (<em>The Two Trojan Wars</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C. It controlled access between the Mediterranean and Black Seas.</strong> (<em>Did the Trojan War Really Happen?</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C. The sacrifice of Iphigenia</strong> (<em>The Two Trojan Wars</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>B. Troy</strong> (<em>Did the Trojan War Really Happen?</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>D. To aid Priam after Hector’s death</strong> (<em>Memnon: the Mythical King of the Ethiopians</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C. They were transformed into birds</strong> (<em>Memnon: the Mythical King of the Ethiopians</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>D. To lead him into an act of hubris</strong> (<em>The Odyssey’s Dark Mirror</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>B. In his bath</strong> (<em>The Odyssey’s Dark Mirror</em>)</p></li></ol><h3>⚔️ <strong>The Wisdom Scale: Heroes of the Trojan War</strong></h3><p><strong>0 - 2 Correct: 🛶 Fresh Recruit</strong></p><p>You’ve just arrived at Aulis, and the ships haven’t even set sail. There’s a long campaign ahead, but every great hero begins somewhere.</p><p><strong>3 - 4 Correct: 🛡️Loyal Myrmidon</strong></p><p>You’ve earned your place among the Greek ranks. While Achilles may still be stealing the glory, you’re proving yourself a dependable warrior.</p><p><strong>5 - 6 Correct: 🏹 Cunning Strategist</strong></p><p>Like Odysseus, you know that victory isn’t won by strength alone. Your knowledge is as sharp as your wit, and you’re beginning to outthink the competition..</p><p><strong>7 - 8 Correct:🌟 Favored by Athena</strong></p><p>The Muses will sing of your triumph! You’ve conquered the battlefield of knowledge and stand among the legendary heroes of the Trojan War. The goddess of wisdom smiles upon you</p><p>So, how did it go? As always, let us know in the comments below!</p><p>All the best,</p><p>Sean Kelly</p><p>Managing Editor</p><p>Classical Wisdom</p> <p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-the-trojan-war" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/1xP6lhc / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>

Semana 2 de agosto: Para caer en la cuenta…

…y ver más allá. Porque la realidad no es lo que parece. <p><a href="https://www.enriquemartinezlozano.com/semana-2-de-agosto-para-caer-en-la-cuenta/" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/zWqgfYy / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>

En la jaula de la religión climática – Por Juan Manuel de Prada

Por Juan Manuel de Prada Advertía muy sabiamente ABC en un editorial reciente que la invocación constante del «cambio climático» para explicar la virulencia de los incendios que padecemos (todos ellos provocados… <p><a href="https://noticiasholisticas.com.ar/en-la-jaula-de-la-religion-climatica-por-juan-manuel-de-prada/" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/zWqgfYy / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>

La Virgen Madre - Fulcanelli

<p><iframe allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" width="640" height="390" src="https://www.inoreader.com/yt-embed/?v=4hmwNu-qOWE" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" style="width:100%;aspect-ratio:16/9;height:auto;display:block;border:0;" frameborder="0"></iframe></p><p>En "El misterio de las Catedrales" de Fulcanelli se aborda el simblismo de la Virgen-Madre y su relevancia a la hora de comprender el esoterismo occidental.</p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hmwNu-qOWE" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/zWqgfYy / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>

Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4 | Margarita Höhenrieder, Bamberg Symphony & Martin Haselböck

<p><iframe allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" width="640" height="390" src="https://www.inoreader.com/yt-embed/?v=suUk959u42o" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" style="width:100%;aspect-ratio:16/9;height:auto;display:block;border:0;" frameborder="0"></iframe></p><p>Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4 in G major, Op. 58 has been described as "the most wonderful, singular, artistic, and difficult of them all" as one reviewer wrote in a Leipzig publication in 1809. It was performed only twice during the composer’s lifetime — on both occasions with Beethoven himself as the soloist. He was, after all, considered the greatest piano virtuoso of his time. <br> <br> In this video, the celebrated masterpiece is performed by pianist Margarita Höhenrieder, accompanied by the Bamberg Symphony under the direction of Martin Haselböck. The concert took place in 2018 at the Konzerthalle Bamberg in southern Germany. Margarita Höhenrieder plays the cadenza composed by Beethoven (14:09). Today, it is the standard choice in most performances<br> <br> (00:00) I. Allegro moderato<br> (18:56) II. Andante con moto<br> (23:59) III. Rondo vivace<br> <br> Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) composed his Piano Concerto in G major between 1804 and 1806. The first performance took place in March 1807 in a more or less private setting, while the public premiere followed on December 22, 1808. The concerto was dedicated to Archduke Rudolph of Austria, who later became a cardinal, and who was both Beethoven’s pupil and patron.<br> <br> Those familiar with Beethoven’s works will notice connections between the Piano Concerto in G major and other compositions he composed during the same period, including Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67, the opera "Fidelio," Op. 72 (then still known as "Leonore"), and the Coriolan Overture, Op. 62. Although these relationships are subtle, they still reveal Beethoven’s mastery. He was able to revisit musical ideas and transform them into something entirely new each time. <br> <br> Equally characteristic of Beethoven’s compositional style is the way he challenges tradition. While he composes within the framework of classical forms, he repeatedly breaks away from them. With the Fourth Piano Concerto, he even established a new type of concerto; one in which symphonic form and solo concerto merge into a kind of "symphonic piano concerto," where the three contrasting yet individual movements form a unified whole.<br> <br> The first movement of the Piano Concerto, Op. 58, begins with another innovation. For the first time, a concerto opens not with an orchestral introduction but with the solo piano. Right at the start of the opening theme, three striking eighth notes are heard — an unmistakable echo of the famous "fate motif" from Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony. Studies of the composer’s drafts suggest that the first movement of the Fourth Piano Concerto actually grew out of early ideas for the opening movement of the Fifth Symphony.<br> <br> The slow second movement has often been described as a song for the piano. It consists of a sustained contrast between the orchestra’s stern unison theme and the piano’s lyrical, melancholic response. Their alternating dialogue unfolds like a dramatic exchange, with the orchestra gradually becoming quieter while the piano gains the upper hand, growing increasingly expressive and free. This simple but powerful contrasting structure also appears in Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture.<br> <br> The third movement, a Rondo vivace, brings the concerto to a bright and spirited conclusion. According to Beethoven’s compositional sketches, its characteristic sixteenth-note figure later served as the model for the rhythmic motif that opens the famous "Prisoners’ Chorus" from his opera "Fidelio."<br> <br> With its lyrical and idyllic character, Beethoven's Fourth Concerto for Piano and Orchestra stands as one of the high points of Beethoven’s piano works and, more broadly, of the piano concerto as a genre.<br> <br> Text: Rita Kass<br> <br> © 2018 Accentus Music<br> <br> Watch more concerts in your personal concert hall: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SdnzPd3eBV5A14dyRWy1KSkwcG8LEey">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SdnzPd3eBV5A14dyRWy1KSkwcG8LEey</a> <br> <br> in our Beethoven playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SdnzPd3eBWcX1eOXH-w75x-_-7gRF-w">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SdnzPd3eBWcX1eOXH-w75x-_-7gRF-w</a> <br> <br> and in our playlist with piano concertos: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SdnzPd3eBU7k2TJgrgNCc9aygnNkaGZ">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_SdnzPd3eBU7k2TJgrgNCc9aygnNkaGZ</a> <br> <br> Subscribe to DW Classical Music: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/dwclassicalmusic">https://www.youtube.com/dwclassicalmusic</a> <br> <br> #Beethoven #pianoconcerto #classicalera</p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suUk959u42o" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/zWqgfYy / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>

A possibilidade de nosso retorno a Deus é universal

<p>“A possibilidade de nosso retorno a Deus – e há aí diversos graus – é universal e intemporal; ela está inscrita na própria natureza de nossa existência e de nossa inteligência; nossa incapacidade só pode ser acidental, não essencial.</p> <p>“O que é principialmente indispensável é uma intervenção do Logos, mas não em todos os casos a intervenção de uma determinada manifestação do Logos, a menos que nós lhe pertencêssemos em razão de nossa situação e que, por este fato, ela nos escolhesse; a partir do momento em que nos escolhe, ela faz para nós função de Absoluto, e ela “é” então o Absoluto.</p> <p>“Poderíamos mesmo dizer que o caráter imperativo de que Cristo se reveste para os cristãos – ou para os homens providencialmente destinados ao Cristianismo – retraça o caráter imperativo que o Logos possui em toda via espiritual, do Ocidente ou do Oriente.”</p> <p><strong>Schuon</strong>, <em>Sobre os Mundos Antigos</em> (publicado no Brasil como <em>O Homem no Universo</em>).</p> <p></p> <p><a href="https://fschuon.net/2026/08/01/a-possibilidade-de-nosso-retorno-a-deus-e-universal/" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/zWqgfYy / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>

Cebes’ Picture, Scientific and Sufi Optimism

<p>Welcome to our newsletter, dear reader,</p><p>• Our first new library item is <a href="https://www.themathesontrust.org/library/table-of-cebes" title="The Picture of Cebes (Tabula Cebetis)">the famous “Picture of Cebes”, a simple and engaging narrative</a> based on the description of an allegorical wall painting. This “Picture” is an influential account of the initiatic development of the soul towards salvation by means of moral cultivation. We give direct access and links to a translation, and to several editions of the original Greek, Latin and Arabic texts.</p><blockquote><p>‘Do not be astonished, my friends, that you find yourselves baffled by this painting, for even many of those native to this place do not know the meaning of the story. It was not dedicated to the temple by a local citizen, but by a stranger who came here long ago, someone of understanding and great wisdom, who emulated in words and deeds the Pythagorean and Parmenidean way of life. It was he who dedicated both this temple and the painting to Cronus.’<br> <img src="https://www.themathesontrust.org/images/Anonymous-Tabula_Cebetis-Rijksmuseum.jpg" width="390" alt="Dutch depiction of the Table of Cebes allegorical image"><br><small>Anonymous, Tabula_Cebetis, Rijksmuseum. Image from Wikimedia Commons.</small></p></blockquote><p>• We continue with <a href="https://www.themathesontrust.org/library/leibniz-true-piety" title="The Elements of True Piety">“The Elements of True Piety”, from the shorter writings of G.W. Leibniz,</a> where the famous mathematician and philosopher introduces his reasoning for a radical and pious optimism, based on subtle metaphysical arguments about the nature of God. “Anyone is able to live rightly merely on account of human causes, such as education, custom, public peace, personal safety, and good repute. However we are concerned here with those things that we do or endure because of God.”</p><blockquote><p>Given the most perfect being, namely God (as I now suppose), that the most perfect operation is that of the most perfect being, and that the world is the work of God, then the world is the most perfect, and hence no other series of things can be imagined which is more perfect than this one.<br> Alternatively: things have as much possibility as they have reality (for the essence of a rose in winter is the same thing as its possibility of existence) therefore those things that have the most possibility are without doubt those that exist in actuality, since they have the most reality, i.e. according to the definition of perfection they are the most perfect.</p></blockquote><p>• Finally, in line with Leibniz, we present <a href="https://www.themathesontrust.org/library/ormsby-ghazalis-theodicy" title="Al-Ghazali’s Theodicy: The Perfect Rightness of the Actual">“The Perfect Rightness of the Actual”, a chapter from Eric Ormsby’s erudite Theodicy in Islamic Thought</a>. In these demanding and very rewarding pages, we are introduced to the dispute over al-Ghazali’s teaching on the best of all possible worlds, and its parallels inside and outside the Islamic tradition.</p><blockquote><p>The aspirant to <em>tawakkul</em> (trust) must crave not lordship, however, but to be “like an infant who knows no refuge other than his mother’s breast.” Or, as another famous saying has it, he must be “in God’s hands like a corpse in the corpse-washer’s hands, who turns him however he wishes…”. But it is not enough to be <em>Kadavergehorsam</em>; the aspirant must achieve a changed perception of the world, and this entails more than mere “resignation to the course of fate’s decrees,” even if this is a prerequisite. 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