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the oracle of Apollo at Delphi, noted for giving ambiguous answers.
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Delphic oracle
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Delphic oracle — noun (Greek mythology) the oracle at Delphi where a priestess supposedly delivered messages from Apollo to those who sought advice; the messages were usually obscure or ambiguous • Syn: ↑Temple of Apollo, ↑Oracle of Apollo, ↑oracle of Delphi •… … Useful english dictionary
Delphic oracle — oracle which is known for giving ambiguous answers … English contemporary dictionary
Delphic oracle — /dɛlfɪk ˈɒrəkəl/ (say delfik oruhkuhl) noun (in Ancient Greece) the oracle of the temple of Apollo at Delphi which often gave ambiguous answers …
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DELPHIC ORACLE — the famous PAGAN sanctuary on the slopes of Mount Parnassus in Greece which became a CULT center of APOLLO. The PRIESTESS answered questions, in a state of frenzy, which were mediated to the questioner by a PROPHET. The cult center also… … Concise dictionary of Religion
Oracle — • A Divine communication given at a special place through specially appointed persons; also the place itself. Catholic Encyclopedia. Kevin Knight. 2006. Oracle Oracle … Catholic encyclopedia
Delphic Sibyl — Michelangelo s rendering of the Delphic Sibyl The Delphic Sibyl was a legendary figure who made prophecies in the sacred precinct of Apollo at Delphi, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. According to a late source, her mother was Lamia, daughter of … Wikipedia
Oracle — This article is about the classical medium. For the software company, see Oracle Corporation. For other uses, see Oracle (disambiguation). Consulting the Oracle by John William Waterhouse, showing eight priestesses in a temple of prophecy In… … Wikipedia
Delphic Fraternity — The Delphic Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Sigma Tau ΓΣΤ Founded October 13, 1871 (1871 10 13) … Wikipedia
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