EPISODE 15, LYCURGUS, THE WOLF WORKER.
Welcome back to the Spartan History Podcast, this time we return to the Spartan narrative and sink our teeth into the most mercurial being of their legend, Lycurgus.
A liminal figure, striding over the threshold of the dark and archaic ages, the Spartans of the classical period were unsure of his status, divine or otherwise. An early Delphic oracle was even recorded expressing similar doubts as to his position between the world of man and Olympus. Regardless, the attributions assigned to his life and his policy of reform weighed heavily on Spartan law and custom for centuries.
I'll be starting with a biography of his life and take a detailed look at some of his greatest achievements as lawmaker. Then, breaking down the sources I'll look to debunk some of the more outlandish events tied to his legend and set them in their proper place chronologically.
Finishing with my own hypothesis relating to the creation of his myth and hopefully leaving a well rounded picture of his acts, deeds and their significance to classical Spartan history.
I hope you all enjoy and take care.
CONTRIBUTE HERE
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/spartanhistory
https://paypal.me/SpartanHistory
FIND ME HERE
https://www.facebook.com/spartanhistorypodcast
https://twitter.com/Spartan_History