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What did the greek Olympics honor?
The ancient Olympic Games, part of a major religious festival honoring Zeus, the chief Greek god, were the biggest event in their world. They were the scene of political rivalries between people from different parts of the Greek world, and the site of controversies, boasts, public announcements and humiliations.
Who did the ancient Greeks honor in their three day autumn festival?
The Greek Godess of corn (and of all grains) was named Demeter, who was honored at the festival of Thesmosphoria held each Autumn.
What was the aim of the Greek Olympic movement?
It was a religious festival held in honour of the god Zeus.
Which nationality of people started the Olympic games?
It was started by the Greeks, as a religious festival in honor of the Greek god Zeus.
What grew out of greek religious festivals?
Greek theatre - each day of a festival there were five plays performed in honour of the god - three tragedies, a satyr play and a comedy.
