International Delphic Council
Delphics
Delphics is a cultural initiative associated with contemporary interpretations of the Delphic movement, focusing on arts, culture, and interdisciplinary exchange.
Background
The Delphic movement draws inspiration from the ancient Pythian Games of Greece, which were among the major Panhellenic festivals. These games combined artistic and athletic competitions and were held in honour of the god Apollo at Delphi.[1]
Unlike the Olympic Games, the Delphic Games historically placed strong emphasis on artistic disciplines such as music, poetry, culture and performance.[2]
Modern context
Efforts to revive the Delphic Games in the modern era have taken place through various international cultural initiatives and organizations. Contemporary versions of the Delphic Games have been organized as global cultural events featuring artistic competitions and performances.[3]
These modern events bring together participants from multiple countries and include disciplines such as music, dance, theatre, and visual & performing arts.
Activities
The Delphics activities include platforms and programs known as "common floors" and revolve around the trans-disciplinary nature of six core art categories. These are the foundational artistic disciplines that define the identity of the Delphic Games and cultural movement. While multiple platforms exist to engage different age groups and artistic profiles, the key platforms focus on these six art categories: Musical Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Literary Arts, Social Arts and Crafts, encompassing every known human artistic expression.
Relationship with the Delphic movement
The modern Delphic movement is historically linked to initiatives such as the International Delphic Movement, which has supported the revival and organization of Delphic Games and related cultural events in different parts of the world.
External links
- Official website – https://www.delphics.org/
References
- ↑ "Pythian Games". Encyclopaedia Britannica.
- ↑ "Pythian Games". Encyclopaedia Britannica. Missing or empty
|url=(help) - ↑ "3rd Delphic Games opens on Jeju Island". The Korea Times.
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