Vivian 🇬🇷
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Greek! What a beautiful language! ελπίδα (el-pee-da) / hope Elpida comes from the ancient Greek word ἐλπίς (elpis) – the personification and spirit of hope in Greek mythology, often depicted as a young woman carrying flowers or a cornucopia. Today, Elpida is a popular name for women. χαρμολύπη (char-mo-lee-pee) / joyful mourning, sweet sorrow Charmolipi is a compound word composed of the Greek terms for joy and sorrow, or sadness. It’s difficult to translate, but it conveys the idea of bittersweetness and having mixed feelings about something. φιλοξενία (fil-o-ksen-i-a) / hospitality Meaning ‘friend to the stranger”, filoksenia – in a broader sense – refers to hospitality and a welcoming and ‘what’s mine is yours’ attitude. A term with a long history, Homer’s Iliad and the Bible both refer to filoksenia. In ancient Greek culture, great emphasis was placed on hospitality, and showing generosity to those who are far from home was held as a high virtue. Start learning this beautiful language now! It's your time now
Mar 17, 2024 10:46 AM
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March 17, 2024