Homeric hymn to Poseidon

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Do you like history and classical mythology?
You will learn many things during our visit to the temple of Poseidon.
This 7th century B.C Homeric hymn is a good introduction to the protagonist of our guided tour:
“I begin to sing about Poseidon, the great god, mover of the earth and fruitless sea, god of the deep who is also lord of Helikon (Helicon) and wide Aigai (Aegae). O Shaker of the Earth (Ennosigaios), to be a tamer of horses and a saviour of ships! Hail Poseidon Holder of the Earth (gaienokhos), dark-haired lord! O blessed one, be kindly in heart and help those who voyage in ships!”

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