Elaphebolia
τὸ γὰρ εὖ πράττειν παρὰ τὴν ἀξίαν ἀφορμὴ τοῦ κακῶς φρονεῖν τοῖς ἀνοήτοις γίγνεται → undeserved success engenders folly in unbalanced minds
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The Elaphebolia (/ˌɛləfɪˈboʊli.ə/; ἐλαφηβόλια, Έλαφηβόλια Elaphēbolia) was an ancient Greek festival held at Athens and Phocis during the month of Elaphebolion (March/April dedicated to Artemis Elaphebolos (deer slayer). In the town of Hyampolis in Phocis, it would have been instituted by the inhabitants to commemorate a victory against the Thessalians. Cakes made from flour, honey, and sesame and in the shape of stags were offered to the goddess during the festival. Modern followers of Hellenism (religion) observe Elaphebolia as a holiday. It falls on the 6th day of the month of Elaphebolion. In 2024 it will fall on March 17.
