Delphic Oracle
Tripod
In the context of ancient history, a tripod refers to a seat.
The Greek God Apollo
Learn about Apollo, a very popular Greek and Roman god, his passions, gifts to mankind, and association with the sun. Also learn about Apollo's application in modern culture.
Pythia
The Pythia was the oracle of Apollo at Delphi, at least at some point in her legendary history. Learn more about the oracle.
Delphic Oracle - About Delphi and the Delphic Oracle
Delphi is best known as the home of the Delphic Oracle or the Pythia, a priestess of Apollo. The traditional picture is of the Pythia, in an altered state, muttering words inspired by the god, which male priests transcribed. The Pythia sat on a great bronze tripod in a spot above a crevice in rocks from which vapors rose. Before sitting, she...
Portrait of a Priestess: Women and Ritual in Ancient Greece
Apollo's Pythian priestess had to be celibate for life. 9 months of the year she gave prophecies on 1 day. 600 hexameters survive of her oracles.
Geology of the Delphi Oracle
The Oracle at Delphi was an ancient power center for over 1000 years. New geologic evidence points to the existence of a narcotic gas that could have caused trances.
Delphic Oracle
A look at the temple complex at Delphi, including physical description, a map showing the location of Delphi, a picture of the tripod, a sculptur e of a sleeping oracle, and Delphi's legendary and verificable history.
Delphic Oracles
List of oracular responses from 800 to 700 B.C.