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In summary, the Hyperboreans are a mythical race in Greek mythology said to live in a land of perpetual sunshine and abundance beyond the abode of Boreas. There are theories about their origins and possible interactions with the Greeks, but ultimately they remain a mysterious and unvisited people. Nietzsche also makes a brief reference to them in "The Anti-Christ."
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Wiki has an article on them, do you have more information?
 
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From the Online Encyclopedia:

In Greek mythology, an unvisited people of fabled virtue and prosperity, living in the land ‘beyond the North Wind’; in Herodotos they worship Apollo and still send offerings to Delos. This could refer to a lost Greek colony in what is now Romania, or even to the Swedes at the end of the trans-European amber route.

http://encyclopedia.jrank.org/Cambridge/entries/082/Hyperboreans.html

Here's more about the Greek tradition:

Hyperboreans

The race of people who were assumed to live in a land of perpetual sunshine and abundance beyond the abode of Boreas (North Wind).

The Hyperboreans were said to have interacted with the Greeks until two of their messengers, Hyperokhe (Hyperoche) and Laodike (Laodice), failed to return from the sacred island of Delos after delivering tributes for the shrine of Apollon.

There were also two graves at Delos for two virgins, Opis and Arge, who came from Hyperboria before Hyperokhe and Laodike, who were accompanied by the gods (probably Apollon and Artemis) and were honored by the Delians in hymns and ceremonies which required young men and women, before their marriage, to cut their hair and place it on the graves of the two girls.

Histories, book 4, chapters 13, 32-36
 
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To quote Bulfinch:
The northern portion of the Earth was supposed to be inhabited by
a happy race named the Hyperboreans, dwelling in everlasting bliss
and spring beyond the lofty mountains whose caverns were supposed
to send forth the piercing blasts of the north wind, which chilled
the people of Hellas (Greece). Their country was inaccessible by
land or sea. They lived exempt from disease or old age, from toils
and warfare.
 
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wolram said:
Wiki has an article on them, do you have more information?
If you are into it you might want to check Nietzsche's short reference to them.
 
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MeJennifer said:
If you are into it you might want to check Nietzsche's short reference to them.


Thanks, i will look it up.
 
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wolram said:
Thanks, i will look it up.
It's in the beginning of "The Anti-Christ".
 

1. Who were the Hyperboreans?

The Hyperboreans were a mythical race of ancient Greek legends who were said to live in a utopian society beyond the north winds. They were described as a peaceful and prosperous people who were blessed by the gods.

2. Where did the concept of Hyperboreans originate?

The concept of Hyperboreans originated from ancient Greek mythology. It was first mentioned in the works of the poet Pindar and later expanded upon by other writers such as Herodotus and Plutarch.

3. What were the characteristics of the Hyperboreans?

The Hyperboreans were said to possess great physical strength, longevity, and beauty. They were also known for their wisdom, kindness, and musical abilities. They were believed to be immune to disease and to live in harmony with nature.

4. Did the Hyperboreans actually exist?

There is no evidence to suggest that the Hyperboreans were a real people. They were most likely a literary invention used to represent an ideal society and to explore philosophical and moral concepts.

5. Are there any modern interpretations of the Hyperboreans?

The concept of the Hyperboreans has been used in various works of literature, art, and music throughout history. In modern times, the term has been associated with ideas of utopia, perfection, and transcendence.

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