In 300, when the Persian emissary arrives on horseback, he displays a string of crowned skulls, which are otherwise unexplained. What is the meaning of this?
asked Mar 20, 2019 at 1:26
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From what I remember, they are the skulls of Kings and Sovereigns that had refused to submit / 'offer Earth and Water' to Xerxes.
Leonidas:
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No man, Persian or Greek, no man threatens a messenger.
You bring the crowns and heads of conquered kings to my city steps.
You insult my queen.
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18@ThisClark Yes, that's why the question is specifically asking about crowned skulls. Commented Mar 20, 2019 at 9:55
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