McClintock Biblical Encyclopedia: Parthenon

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McClintock Biblical Encyclopedia: Parthenon


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is the temple which the Greeks dedicated at Athens to Minerva (q.v.). It is one of the most celebrated of the Greek temples, and is usually regarded as one of the most perfect specimens a Greek architecture. Many of the sculptures have been removed from the Parthenon in modern times, and the different capitals of Europe highly prize the secured relics from this historic place. SEE ATHENS.