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Μαντείο
A place where, or a person through whom, prophecies were sought from the gods in classical antiquity. The Oracle of Delphi was the most famous, where the Pythia delivered cryptic prophecies that heavily influenced major decisions. These pronouncements were believed to be divine will.
Examples in context
Το μαντείο έδωσε έναν αινιγματικό χρησμό.
The oracle gave an enigmatic prophecy.
Πήγαν στο μαντείο για συμβουλή.
They went to the oracle for advice.
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