Athenian Society and Social Classes
The Court Set
Athenian society, like that of many countries, is divided into social groups or “sets.” The highest and most exclusive group is the...
Democracy in Greece
A True Democratic Spirit
Greece is one of the truest democracies in Europe. Few other countries, not even Norway, show such devotion to the will...
Athens between the Ancient Spirit and Modern Life
The Old Streets of Athens
In the older parts of Athens, the streets are narrow and often dirty. Strong odors rise into the air, making...
The Movement for Union in Eastern Rumelia
In Eastern Rumelia, the Bulgarian population, which made up five-sixths of the province's 1.5 million people, began organizing a movement to unite with Bulgaria.
The...
Bulgaria’s Strong Commitment to Its Future
The people of Bulgaria faced a difficult situation, but they were determined to build their future.
Soldiers joined the army with great enthusiasm, and the...
The Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria
The Ottoman Empire played a role in shaping history by keeping Bulgarian patriotism and resentment strong. Sultan Abdul Hamid II ignored the treaty that...
A Story of Encouragement in Hard Times
I once read about a Christian who was being treated very unfairly. People misunderstood him and attacked his character, but he couldn’t do much...
Jesus Knows About the Lies Told Against the Christians
Jesus says, "I know the slander of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan." At that...
Hard Times During the Great Depression
I clearly remember the Great Depression when I was in high school. Life was very hard. We didn’t have much food, and we couldn’t...
Signs of Losing First Love
The signs of losing first love are clear, and this is exactly what was happening at the church in Ephesus. We all go through...
