Songs of the Aegean: 102 Greek Proverbs on Love, Friendship & Community
In Greek culture, wisdom is not just an intellectual virtue but a living current that flows through relationships, family, friends, and guests. The Greeks long honored philoxenia (hospitality), philia (deep friendship), and loyalty as central to a flourishing life. Through proverbs passed down for generations, they affirm that human bonds are sacred, that trust is earned and treasured, and that