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The Hellenic Presidential Guard in Sydney commemorating ANZAC Day 2017!

27/4/2017

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Nine Evzones – the soldiers of the Hellenic Presidential Guard – are visiting Sydney to commemorate Anzac Day.
Released by special permission of the President of Greece, the Evzones visited Adelaide and Sydney to take part in the official ANZAC Day ceremonies, celebrating the role of the soldiers of Greece and Crete, often known as the ‘forgotten ANZACs’.
The Evzones joined the Allied Forces for Sydney's Anzac Day March, and they will form a Guard of Honour at the Martin Place Cenotaph from 1-2 pm on April 28 and 29.
 
The  Presidential Guard is an elite ceremonial unit that guards the Greek Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Presidential Mansion  and the gate of Evzones camp in Athens.
 
The unit is famous around the world for its unique traditional uniform, which has evolved from the clothes worn by the klephts  who fought the Ottoman occupation of Greece. The most visible item of this uniform is the fustanella, a kilt-like garment. Their proven valour and peculiar dress turned them into a popular image for the Greek soldier.

The students of McCallums Hill PS had an incredible experience by the visit of EVZONES to their school on the 26th of April! They learned about their history, their uniforms and along with other schools they had the opportunity to meet the Presidential Guard and admire their unique presence! 

The students of St Euphemia College will also welcome the
Hellenic Presidential Guard on the 2nd of May.

For more  details on the events the Presidential Guard will be present  at  please contact the Hellenic  Club of Sydney
  http://www.hellenicclub.net.au/

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Happy Easter-Καλό Πάσχα! 

6/4/2017

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The Holy Tomb in Jerusalem
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PASCHA: The Feast of the Feasts!  

What is the meaning of the Greek Orthodox Pascha?
When and why is Pascha when it is?
How Easter got its name?
How Pascha inspired great painters?



​Lets' explore the internet together and find out when and why, discover traditions, recipes, tips, activities, books and many more for students, teachers, parents and Godparents!   
 
Liturgical Meaning of Holy Week: Greek - English.
​Paschal Homily of Saint John the Chrysostom is one of the most joyful readings of the day!
Catherine's Pascha! A wonderful blog that has all the answers that we are looking for!
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​The Passion of Jesus Christ in Byzantine iconography: Theophanes the Cretan
and distinguished painters as El Greco, Konstantinos Parthenis, Tintoretto, Giotto, Albrecht Durer.
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Wonderful Easter books for children from Greek publishers:

Εκδόσεις Σταμούλης
www.public.gr 
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