TRADITION

Ioannis Altamouras (1852–1878), “Seascape,” 1875, Oil on cardboard, 16 X 24 cm, Nikolaos Diamantopoulos bequest

March 25th, 2026: Independence, the Annunciation, and the enduring power of the sea

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March 25th unites history and faith, reflecting Greece’s enduring identity through revolution, spirituality, and its timeless bond with the sea, offering lessons of resilience, purpose, and responsibility in a modern world

Fra Angelico, The Coronation of the Virgin, c.1440 (tempera on panel)

August 15th in Greece: The Virgin Mary, seafaring heritage, and the Feast of the Assumption

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The Feast of the Assumption, celebrated on August 15th, embodies the deep bond between Greek maritime tradition and faith, with the Virgin Mary revered as the protector of sailors in both historical and modern contexts

TRADITION

March 25th, 2026: Independence, the Annunciation, and the enduring power of the sea

August 15th in Greece: The Virgin Mary, seafaring heritage, and the Feast of the Assumption

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