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In the framework of the initiative Exhibits of the Month, the National Archaeological Museum presents a votive relief from the chthonic, dream Oracle of Trophonios in Livadia, Boeotia. The initiates endured a terrifying descent to receive the prophecies.

Read more: https://www.greeknewsagenda.gr/unveiling-the-mysteries-of-ancient-greece-the-dream-oracle-of-trophonios-in-livadia/

𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐬: 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 ⚖️

⁉️ Did you know that one the best known lawyers in South Africa, a man who has left an indelible mark on the pursuit of justice in South Africa was Greek?

Today, we remember the legendary George Bizos—human rights lawyer, anti-apartheid activist, and lifelong defender of justice.

From his daring escape from Nazi-occupied Greece to his pivotal role in defending Nelson Mandela during the Rivonia Trial, Bizos dedicated his life to the pursuit of human dignity and equality.

His legal brilliance saved lives, his courage helped dismantle apartheid, and his legacy continues to inspire generations fighting for justice.

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🎹🇬🇷As part of the celebrations of the National Holiday of March 25, 1821, the Embassy of Greece in Egypt Πρεσβεία της Ελλάδος στην Αίγυπτο سفارة اليونان في مصر, in cooperation with the Egyptian Ministry of Culture, the Cairo Opera House and ΕΡΤ, organizes a concert featuring Mikis Theodorakis’ iconic work “Zorbas”, performed by the Εθνική Συμφωνική Ορχήστρα (Ε.Ρ.Τ.) - Greek Radio Symphony Orchestra, accompanied by the A Cappella Choir of the Cairo Opera. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 8, at 20:00 at the Main Stage of the Cairo Opera House on the occasion of the proclamation of 2025 as the year of Miki Theodorakis.
🎼Mikis Theodorakis was one of the most important contemporary composers of the second half of the 20th century. His repertoire includes symphonies, oratorios, ballets, operas, chamber music and solo piano works. Read more about him via GNA: https://www.greeknewsagenda.gr/theodorakis/
🎻The National Symphony Orchestra ERT, founded in 1938, covers a classical, Greek and international repertoire, having presented works by important Greek and foreign composers and conductors on recordings, live radio and television broadcasts, as well as in concerts throughout the country.
🎤 The A Cappella Choir of the Cairo Opera was founded in 1999 to perform non-operatic works from the established choral repertoire.