On The Tripod In Ancient Greece

There is a kind of objects which is called"τρ(?)που(?)"in ancient Greece. A tripod is a three-legged support, generally of metal, for a pot, a cauldron, and even as a seat for divinities or their representatives. This container was set on a support, at times joined to it. Frequently it had three rings attached, as handles, to the pot or cauldron. The tripod was generally fashioned of bronze, sometimes of copper, stone, wood,terracotta, and when special were used as special dedications, of silver or gold. The English word"τρ(?)που(?)"is derived from the Greek word"τρ(?)που(?)"(?). The tripod can assume an important role in ritual and mythology, it could be set up as a trophy, as a prize for victors."τρ(?)που(?)"is a kind of object which represents Apollo and his oracles. Even today, there is not a pertinent Chinese translation for tripod. Sometimes tripod is translated into"Ding"."Ding"is an ancient Chinese vessel with legs, a lid and two handles oppositing each other. They were made in two shapes with round vessels having three legs and rectangular four legs. In Chinese history and culture, the possession of one or more ancient"Ding"is often associated with power and dominion over the land. Therefore, the"Ding"is often used as an implicit emblem for power. The term"inquiring about the Ding"is often used interchangeably with the quest for power. Tripod is similar to the"Ding", but they are totally different in their respective functions.This paper attempts to analyze the meaning and origin of the tripod in etymology and functions. The author wishes to confirm the significant basic functions and historical influence of tripod. Due to lack of historical materials, and her language ability in Greek and English is limited, this paper should improve in the future.