We looked at the city of Thessaloniki in the distance from the promenade along the Thermaic Gulf of the Aegean Sea but now we will step into it.
Gone are the narrow streets and small buildings that were burnt down in 1917 instead he used all his architectural and archaeological knowledge to build around…
in AD297
It has been used as both a church and Mosque. The minaret along side it is now the only one in Thessaloniki.
It is thought that it was the
Mausoleum for Galerius,
Emperor of Macedonia
Prima AD 305-311.
It was a public holiday and I enjoyed the quiet of the city. A city sleeps like a cat with one eye open ready to pounce. I am sure these chairs were out in no time for lunch.
There was also Aristotles toes to admire and his face on a garage door.
Socretes, Aristotle and Plato.
Theses three
Are said to have laid the philosophical foundations of Western thought.
Plato is the principle exponent of the immortality of the soul and he was led to this idea through Orphic and Eleusinian mysteries in which Babylonian and Egyptian views were strangely blended. This is a summary of what Kaufmann Kohler says in The Jewish Encyclopedia where he was a contributing editor of numerous articles.(1843-1926)
It is interesting what Paul says to the Thessaloniki people.
For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
1Thessalonians 4:16
It was interesting to be in this city and think of people whose influence has been so great through many centuries.
Sandy 🙂
PS
Here are some sayings by : Plato , Soctates, Aristotle and Paul.
Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.
Plato
One thing I know, that I know nothing. This is my source of wisdom.
Socrates
Anybody can become angry- that is easy, but to be angry
With the right person
To the right degree
At the right time
For the right purpose
In the right way
that is not within everybody’s power and is not easy.
Aristotle
Quench not the Spirit.
Despise not prophesying.
Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.
Abstain from all appearances of evil.
And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Faithful is he that has called you, who will do it.
Paul in his letter to the Thessalonians chapter 5: 19-24
The city is so beautiful, Sandy, and I love your quotes!
Thank you kindly!
Very interesting.
That Plato quote is the best!Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.
So true.
I remind MYSELF of that . Glad it was interesting . I learn from my posts.
Wow the stone carvings! It looks like a lot of people have rubbed Aristotles toes, they are so shiny! 😉
I an sure it was for luck. Need to find out. It was a great city to walk around when it’s occupants were sleeping late.
Amazing to see scenes from the bible come alive. Wonderful travels and exploration. ❤️💖
Thank you Anneta ! This is a privilege that will be part of us. God is good.
Amen 🙏🏾