The Times of India

The Delphi mystery reopened: Why the secret to the Oracle lies deep beneath the temple floor

Ancient Delphi's Oracle, once seen as pure spiritualism or political theatre, is now understood through its geology. New research reveals fault lines beneath the temple likely released trance-inducing gases, explaining the Pythia's prophetic states. This fusion of earth science and ancient belief highlights how natural phenomena shaped profound spiritual experiences, making Delphi a place where geology and faith intertwined.