When the Eleans made sacrifices, as their law requires, the sacrificial offerings were laid ready on the altar, but the fire was not yet applied. The runners were placed a stade (200m) from the altar, before which a priest as a judge, stood with a torch. The winner kindled the offering and went forth as Olympic victor.
A. Explanation of the Olympic torch lighting ceremony
B. Rituals during the ancient Olympics
C. A description of an ancient sacrifice
D. Rules of an ancient running competition