admin3 0 Report post Posted June 22, 2010 In a commentary on Ecclesiastes 9:15, Martin Luther cites the story of Themistocles, the soldier and statesman who commanded the Athenian squadron. Through his strategy, he won the Battle of Salamis, drove the Persian army from Greek soil, and saved his city. A few years later, he fell out of favor, was ostracized by his countrymen, and was banished from Athens. Thus, Luther concludes, ?Themistocles did much good for his city, but received much ingratitude.? View the full article Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
