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The cities of the Hellenistic world employed armies of architects and artists. Temples, palaces, and other public buildings were much larger and grander than the buildings of classical Greece. The elaborate new style reflected the desire of Hellenistic rulers to glorify themselves as godlike.
PhilosophiesPolitical turmoil during the Hellenistic age contributed to the rise of new schools of philosophy. The most influential was Stoicism. Its founder, Zeno, urged people to avoid desires and disappointments by accepting calmly whatever life brought. Stoics preached high moral standards, such as the idea of protecting the rights of fellow humans. They taught that all people, including women and slaves, though unequal in society, were morally equal because all had the power of reason. Stoicism later influenced many Roman and Christian thinkers.
Math and AstronomyPythagoras derived a formula to calculate the relationship between the sides of a right triangle. Euclid wrote The Elements, a textbook that became the basis for modern geometry. The astronomer Aristarchus stated that the Earth rotated on it's axis and orbited the sun. This theory (now a law) of heliocentric, or sun-centered, solar system was not accepted by scientists until almost 2,000 years later. Another astronomer, Eratosthenes, showed that the Earth was round and accurately calculated the Earths' circumference. The famous Hellenistic scientist Archimedes applied principles of physics to make practical inventions. He invented the lever and the pully.
Medical PracticeAbout 400b.c., the Greek physician Hippocrates studied the causes of illnesses and looked for cures. The Hippocratic oath attributed to him set ethical standards for doctors. Greek physicians swore to "help the sick according to my ability and judgment but never with a view to injury and wrong." Doctors today still make a similar oath.
Works CitedPrentice Hall. Indiana Edition; World History, Discovery School 2010: Ellis Esler (author)
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During which Greek period did great advancements in math and science and philosophy occur?
The advancements in math, science, and philosophy in ancient Greece primarily occurred during the Classical period, which lasted from the 5th to the 4th century BCE. This period saw the work of famous figures like Pythagoras, Euclid, Aristotle, and Socrates, who made significant contributions to these fields.
These years are referred to as Hellenistic because during this time?
Greek culture and influence spread throughout the Mediterranean region, which was a result of the conquests of Alexander the Great. The term Hellenistic comes from the word "Hellas," which means Greece in Greek. The Hellenistic period lasted from the death of Alexander in 323 BCE to the establishment of the Roman Empire in 31 BCE. During this time, Greek language, art, philosophy, and science had a lasting impact on the societies that came under Greek rule.
What was the time when greek culture spread through out the non-greek world known as?
It was initiated by Alexander the Great in the latter part of the 4th Century BCE.
What was the significance of of the Hellenistic culture?
Hellenistic culture is the blend of Greek, Middle Eastern and Asian cultures. The significance is that this blend happened after Alexander conquered the empires and countries listed above for the first time in history.
What progress of science and mathematics was made during the Hellenistic period?
For math, Pythagoras created the Pythagorean Theorem during that time.
What was the period after Alexander the Great's death called?
The Dark AgesTRUE, TRUE,BUT;to be EXACT, it's calledTHE HELLENISTIC PERIOD!You're MORE than welcome xD
How was the Hellenistic society?
The Hellenistic Age begins with the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C.E. All the lands that he had conquered were divided into 3 major kingdoms, Seleucid, Ptolemaic, and Antigonid. All of the lands that were ruled by these powerful kingdoms were greatly influenced by Greek culture. This was an age of large cities. A cosmopolitan age of travel, trade, and communications. This time also saw the rise of new institutions of liberties and universities. Art and literature become sophisticated and realistic. Historians called this time the Hellenistic Age, an age where Greek culture was a strong influence.
What became the most important language during the Hellenistic age time period and why was it important?
Greek because so the Greeks could understand the Bible.
Who effected ancient roman culture?
well Julius Ceaser's assassination affected the roman empire and then his brother Augustus became leader and started the time of the Pax Romana ( a long period of time of all peace). that's all!
Was Greek mythology science for Greeks?
At the time, they weren't myths, they believed it or at least I think they did. Therefore, it wasn't Science but Religon.
What were the chief characteristics of Hellenistic culture?
One of the factors that defined the Hellenistic period was the decreased importance of Greece proper (the territory of modern Greece) with an increase of importance on Hellenistic "culture" in the various foreign colonies. In fact, the centers of Hellenistic culture during the period were not even in Greece, they were, respectively, Alexandria, in Egypt, Antioch, in Syria and Pergamum in Anatolia (modern day Turkey). The term "Hellenistic", by the way, refers to the spreading of Greek culture over the non-Greek peoples that were conquered by Alexander the Great. Hellenistic culture can best be described as a mixture of Greek culture and the cultures they dominated (i.e.: Near Eastern culture). The four main dynasties that came out of the Hellenistic period, post-Alexander the Great, were the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt based at Alexandria; The Antigonid dynasty in Macedon and central Greece; the Attalid dynasty in Anatolia based at Pergamum and the Seleucid dynasty in Syria and Mesopotamia based at Antioch.Hellenistic art perfected the art of "sculpture in the round", meaning sculpture that can be viewed from all sides. Some of the more famous pieces of Hellenistic art are Laocoon, the Venus de Milo and the Gaul Killing His Wife. The Hellenistic period saw the export of Greek art all over the Mediterranean and North Africa, which really solidified and codified the Greek tradition. The Hellenistic period began with the conquest and colonization of foreign lands to be brought under the mantle of Greek control, and grew to be a tribute oriented amalgam of Greek culture and those who were being dominated. It was a period of Imperialism, militarism, and increased wealth and trade for those who lived in the Hellenistic empire. The period can be defined as a time when disparate cultures found a (sometimes forced) commonality of culture and purpose though the traditions of Hellenistic conquerors.
What is the difference between the golden age and the Hellenistic age?
The Hellenistic age was a terrible time and the golden age was a great time of wealth and riches
