The Greek concept of philanthropy, meaning “love of humanity,” first emerged in the works of Ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus and represented far more than charitable giving as it is understood today.
The word itself reflects this deeper meaning: philanthrōpia (φιλανθρωπία)...
Greek mythology's undisciplined titan Prometheus challenges the power of Olympian gods, giving mankind fire stolen from Mount Olympus. His punishment and suffering will be relentless at the hands of Zeus. Prometheus will be chained and abused in a Caucasus mountain.
Aeschylus' poetic...
