why is philadelphia called the "city of Brotherly Love."?

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why is philadelphia called the "city of Brotherly Love."?

2006-09-25 10:45:45 · 2 answers · asked by latoya G 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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Pennsylvania,was founded by the Quakers,or the Society
of Friends.A nonviolent group.Philly was once the capital,
and that`s actually what Philadelphia means.

2006-09-25 10:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by Rich B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Because that is literally what the name means in Greek.

2006-09-25 17:49:49 · answer #2 · answered by gburgmommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋