The Luminous Disk in the Sky
The Sun, source of life and inspiration for ancient civilizations and cultures,has been a symbol and emblem from time immemorial.In Greek Mythology it was worshiped as God , personified as Helios,a handsome God ,who drove the chariot of the Sun.In the course of time it became the God of Light,the Olympian Apollo.
The Vergina Sun is a very well-known Ancient Greek symbol,a beautiful star which shines its beauty on different decorative objects .My Vergina Star rests in the garden, shining its glory,narrating its own culture ,sculptured in pure Penteliko marble,the same marble that was used for the construction of the Parthenon temple on the Acropolis of Athens.
The Vergina Sun,sculptured in Penteliko Marble
A Panhellenic Symbol,the Sun with the sixteen rays, representing the 4 Elements :Earth,Ocean,Fire,Air and the 12 Gods of Olympus.Thanks to countless archaeological excavations,it was found on coins,sculptures,craters,frescos and other ornamental objects which are very popular exhibits in Greek museums.
Some other little statues decorate the garden,basking in the Attic sun,adding artistic touches to Nature‘s peaceful mood.
Cycladic Art
The Hermes of Praxiteles is resting among primulas further down in the garden,creating a mood of deep meditation,filled with disciplined thoughts and positive energy.Soon, he will join the Greek goddess of Love and Beauty, Aphrodite, in the Symposium.
Ancient Greek Beauty,having a Symposium…
Looking at the bright side of life and sharing quiet moments with friends and key pals is most refreshing and enjoyable ….
Reflections from a winter day
5th of March 2011 Kifisia-Athens-Greece
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http://gretchendelrio.wordpress.com/2011/02/14/rainbow/
Thank you for making such an effort to explain the beautiful symbol of the Vergina Sun–four elements and the 12 Gods of Olympus. I enjoyed touring your garden!
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By: Amy on 20/05/2012
at 21:06
Delighted you enjoyed it Amy !
Your nice words are flowers in my garden.
Stay well
Doda
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By: DG MARYOGA on 20/05/2012
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By: Old Man Winter’s Sudden Attack and Clean Monday « Χώρος του χρήστη Doda on 12/03/2011
at 15:50
this garden has a historical and cultural meaning!what can we say about the vital existence of the sun!it creates life!i also liked very much that beutiful watercolour painting by your friend Gretchen Del Rio!I admire the look of the wolf’s eyes which is very clear!
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By: Lucas Kontomichos on 08/03/2011
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Thank you Dr. Lucas.You know how much I enjoy associating things.I think that Nature,History,Mythology,Arts,Culture,are all well-connected and interrelated.
Please,don’t miss the “Saudades” lovely painting by Gretchen.
http://gretchendelrio.wordpress.com/2011/03/02/saudades/
I am sure you will love it.
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By: DG MARYOGA on 08/03/2011
at 11:24
Your garden is enchanted. So peaceful and beautiful. I particularly like the Vergina sun. The sun symbol appears in all cultures….and we would not exist without the sun. I would long to sit there. Thank you for your reference to ‘rainbow.’
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By: Gretchen Del Rio on 06/03/2011
at 19:58
Thank you my friend.
How thought-provoking !!!
The Vergina Sun, your 20-rayed Sun,cross-like,given to “Rainbow”, with the small black eye in the center of the circle…..so meaningful…. and a myriad of other Sun symbols from different cultures,inspired by our life-giving Sun.
What really excites my interest about those symbols, is that they have been brought into existence by different beliefs,values and mainly, knowledge…….
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By: DG MARYOGA on 07/03/2011
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