15+ Lesser Known and Amazing Facts About Ancient Greece

7. Shacking Hands

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The act of shacking hands in order to close a deal or an agreement started in Ancient Greece. Shacking hands on something was recognized as a done deal and Ancient Greeks had to respect it. In addition, the Greek goddess of marriage, Hera, is shown shacking hands with Athena who is the goddess of wisdom.

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