Greek Alphabet: Myths and Legends
Greek Alphabet: Iota and Kappa
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Ancient Greece was known for it’s advanced society, but there was another part of Greece that didn’t quite make it into the history books. Yep, that’s right, ancient Greece also had it’s own “wild, wild, west.”
The Iota Bank was the only bank in town, but would take deposits of any size. Even the smallest deposit was treated with dignity and respect. On the other hand, their lending practices left a little to be desired. Interest rates were phenomenal, and Monday mornings as debtors shuffled back to work, they were often heard singing:
Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to work I go,
Iota bank, iota bank, so off to work I go!
Next to Iota Bank was the Kappa Gun store. Kappa guns were famous for their loud, popping sounds. Even if a soldier missed his mark, intruders were often scared to death from the incredible noise. Those that didn’t experience heart failure from the frightful sound were deafened, and could no longer respond to orders from their commanders. This is why the ancient Greeks always won their battles. Greek soldiers wore ear buds under their helmets to prevent hearing loss.
And so ends another history lesson. There will be a test later. You ARE taking notes, aren’t you?
Wouldn’t want you to myth anything…
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Very clever!
love it!! clever indeed. art and history!!
Rebecca
Glad you’re amused. Hubby thinks I’m off my nut.
Hi,
The Iota bank will soon open branches in US.
The first 100 clients, depositing over $100000 will receive a voucher for 10 acient greek language lessons (includes financial terminology).
Kind regards,
José