Delphic Amphictyony

The Delphic Amphictyony was an ancient religious association of Greek tribes centered around the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. It functioned as a cooperative council to oversee the temple’s upkeep, organize regional festivals, and promote spiritual and political unity among its member tribes. Comprising representatives from each tribe, it also had the authority to defend the temple and organize shared festivals like the Pythian Games. Essentially, it was a regional alliance that blended religious duties with political cooperation, helping maintain order and religious traditions in ancient Greece.