Athenian Treasury of Delphi
Ancient Greek Mythology, Religion, Art
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Delphic predictions could have considerable influence on the politics and religion around Greece. Most leaders consulted the Oracle here before any major move and her advice was greatly respected by everyone involved. That doesn't mean that everyone understood her, however. Croesus of Lydia went to Delphi before invading Persia and was informed "if you do, you will destroy a great empire." Croesus assumed this meant he would win, but in fact he would lose - the great empire destroyed was his own.
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