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Does the Biblical story of the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt appear in Greek mythology? This article examines some possibilities.

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The Greek key design, also known as the meander, was used prolifically by the Ancient Greeks to adorn pottery, tiles, ...

If you let a Medusa get too close, it may be best to strike an interesting pose you're happy to be stuck in forever.