epinikian (Meaning)
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epinikian (a.)
Epinicial.
Synonyms & Antonyms of epinikian
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epinikian Sentence Examples
- Ancient Greece celebrated victorious athletes with epinikian odes, elaborate choral performances.
- Pindar, a renowned Greek lyric poet, is famous for his epinikian odes honoring athletes' achievements.
- Epinikian poetry extolled the virtues and accomplishments of victors in athletic competitions.
- The themes of epinikian odes often included praise for the athlete's skill, strength, and determination.
- In addition to lauding the athlete, epinikian odes sometimes included references to mythology and history.
- The epinikian tradition continued for centuries, evolving and adapting to changing times and tastes.
- The epinikian ode "Victory Song for Xenophon of Corinth" by Pindar is a classic example of the genre.
- Epinikian odes provided a platform for poets to showcase their creativity and literary skills.
- The epinikian ode "To Hieron of Syracuse" by Bacchylides celebrates the chariot racing victories of the tyrant Hieron.
- The epinikian ode "To Theron of Akragas" by Pindar commemorates Theron's victory in the chariot race at the Pythian Games.
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Epinicial.
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Ancient Greece celebrated victorious athletes with epinikian odes, elaborate choral performances.
Pindar, a renowned Greek lyric poet, is famous for his epinikian odes honoring athletes' achievements.
Epinikian poetry extolled the virtues and accomplishments of victors in athletic competitions.
The themes of epinikian odes often included praise for the athlete's skill, strength, and determination.
