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     • By cutting the Gordian Knot, Alexander symbolically demonstrated his destiny to rule Asia and his capacity for decisive leadership. The enduring legacy of this legend continues to inspire and symbolize the power of innovative and bold action in overcoming challenges.
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   What is the moral of the Gordian Knot story?

   • The moral of the Gordian Knot story varies depending on which version you consider. In the version where Alexander cuts the knot, the moral is that unconventional thinking and audacious action can solve problems that appear insurmountable.

   Alexander the Great and the Gordian knot - Myth or Reality?

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   What is the Greek legend of the Gordian Knot?

   • The Greek legend of the Gordian Knot is about King Alexander III of Macedonia (more commonly known as King Alexander the Great) and a man called Gordius, the King of Phrygia. This story is found not only in Greek mythology but also in Roman mythology.

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   Why did Alexander the great want to untie the Gordian Knot?

   • An oracle had declared that any man who could unravel its elaborate knots was destined to become ruler of all of Asia. According to the ancient chronicler Arrian, the impetuous Alexander was instantly “seized with an ardent desire” to untie the Gordian knot.

   What Was the Gordian Knot? - HISTORY

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   Why is the Gordian Knot a metaphor?

   • The Gordian Knot refers to a story from Greek mythology but it is also a metaphor today. Like with the phrases “open Pandora’s box,” “Midas touch” or “Achilles heel,” we may not even be aware of the original stories anymore. But they are both interesting and informational. They give us a view into the lives and minds of the people of the time.

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   Was the Gordian Knot a parable or an allegorical tale?

   • Some historians argue that it could be a parable or an allegorical tale. Others consider it possible that a knot of such complexity could have existed, but its reality remains unconfirmed. The moral of the Gordian Knot story varies depending on which version you consider.

   Alexander the Great and the Gordian knot - Myth or Reality?

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   What does cutting the Gordian Knot mean?

   • The expression “ cutting the Gordian Knot ” is often used in business and intellectual contexts to describe bold, decisive actions for resolving complex issues. The story thus serves as a lasting testament to the power of thinking differently.

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3. www.history.com › news › what-was-the-gordian-knotWhat Was the Gordian Knot? - HISTORY

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   Feb 3, 2016 · The term “Gordian knot,” commonly used to describe a complex or unsolvable problem, can be traced back to a legendary chapter in the life of Alexander the Great.

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   Gordian knot, knot that gave its name to a proverbial term for a problem solvable only by bold action. In 333 bc, Alexander the Great, on his march through Anatolia, reached Gordium, the capital of Phrygia. There he was shown the chariot of the ancient founder of the city, Gordius, with its yoke.

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   The cutting of the Gordian Knot is an Ancient Greek legend associated with Alexander the Great in Gordium in Phrygia, regarding a complex knot that tied an oxcart. Reputedly, whoever could untie it would be destined to rule all of Asia.

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   Oct 30, 2023 · The moral of the Gordian Knot story varies depending on which version you consider. In the version where Alexander cuts the knot, the moral is that unconventional thinking and audacious action can solve problems that appear insurmountable.

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   Feb 17, 2023 · The Greek legend of the Gordian Knot is about King Alexander III of Macedonia (more commonly known as King Alexander the Great) and a man called Gordius, the King of Phrygia. This story is found not only in Greek mythology but also in Roman mythology .

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   Even if the story of the Gordian Knot is completely fiction, it does not diminish the symbolic importance of Gordium – the Macedonians and others believed that whomever held Gordium held the keys to conquering Asia.

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    According to the Phrygian myth, the knot was an intricate and convoluted mass of rope that secured an ox cart to a post. It was tied by Gordius, a peasant who became king after an oracle prophesied that the next person to enter the city driving an ox cart would be crowned ruler.