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An ancient Greek approach to risk and the lessons it can offer the modern world

  • Written by Joshua P. Nudell, Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics, Westminster College
An ancient Greek approach to risk and the lessons it can offer the modern worldA vase from ancient Greek civilization depicts Apollo consulting the oracle of Delphi.G. Dagli Orti/DeAgostini Collection via Getty Images

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