[Tasl] Free Lectures in Honor of the 2008 Olympics in Beijing

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In celebration of the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, a pair of free commissioned lectures, Ancient Origins of the Olympic Games. 
Although the modern Olympics have been around since their revival in 1896, the games have a rich and exciting history that goes back to ancient Greece. An important part of Greek life, the first Olympics embodied themes of heroism and honor established by Homer's epic poetry. In these lectures, you investigate how the original Olympics reflected the Greek spirit of competition and draw striking comparisons between the first Olympic Games and those of today.
Download Ancient Origins of the Olympic Games between now and September 4 to get an insightful look at the Greek origins of our modern Olympic Games.
Ancient Origins of the Olympic Games is delivered by veteran Teaching Company Professor Jeremy McInerney. Professor McInerney is the Davidson Kennedy Associate Professor in the Department of Classical Studies and Chair of the Graduate Group in Ancient History at the University of Pennsylvania. He received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley. 
 
Download Ancient Origins of the Olympic Games and listen to it at your computer, transfer it to your iPod or MP3 player, or burn it to a CD. Feel free to send the link to the free lecture to family or friends who might enjoy it; it is free for them as well.
 
http://www.teach12.com/ttcx/August2008Lecture.aspx?ai=30071&WT.mc_id=FLSwmp20080731

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You are what your deep, driving desire is. 
As your desire is, so is your will. 
As your will is, so is your deed. 
As your deed is, so is your destiny. 

-Brihadaranyaka Upanishad IV.4.51