The Origin of the Olympic Games

In the present the Olympic Games bring together thousands of fine athletes to compete against one another. But as for when they first started, the Olympics have improved much and bring us all together to celebrate one great festival.
During religious festivals of the ancient Greeks, athletics played an important role. It was to be believed that the competition of the athletics pleased the spirits of the dead . They were also held in honor of the Greek gods, Thanksgiving or of a living person. …