Greek literature continued through the Eastern Roman Empire known now as the Byzantine Empire, producing masterpieces (but not like the ones in Classical and Hellenistic times) like princess's Anna Comnena ''Alexiad'' and the first ever encyclopedia ''Suda'' (10th century AD).
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After the fall of Rome, or what's know as the Middle Ages, Greek literature in western Europe, or the Byzantine Empire, still flourished but became heavily influenced by Christian and Oriental culture. However, Greek literature in eastern Europe almost completely disappear during the Germanic invasions which contributed to calling this period the Dark Ages. Greek literature would not have wide spread influence again until the Italian Renaissance.
After the fall of Rome, or what's know as the Middle Ages, Greek literature in Western Europe, or the Byzantine Empire, still flourished but became heavily influenced by Christian and Oriental culture. However, Greek literature in eastern Europe almost completely disappear during the Germanic invasions which contributed to calling this period the Dark Ages. Greek literature would not have wide spread influence again until the Italian Renaissance.
Authors in classical Greek literature, particularly in works like Sophocles' tragedies, believed in the concept of fate or destiny that was predetermined by the gods. This belief is exemplified in the concept of "hubris" leading to a tragic downfall, as characters were often seen as powerless to avoid their predetermined fate.
Christians could say that God determines what happens. The earlier mythology figures of Greek and Rome were considered the arbiters of the destinies of mortals.
Rome was the conqueror of Cleopatra's Egypt and the government changed. After Cleopatra, Egypt became a Roman province and was governed under Roman law with Roman officials replacing the Greek officials. Taxes were paid to Rome rather than to a pharaoh.
Greek literature is considered universal because all their mythology was written down
Greek drama has influenced our society by providing a foundation for modern theater, literature, and storytelling techniques. The themes of Greek drama, such as hubris, fate, and moral dilemmas, continue to resonate in contemporary works. Additionally, Greek drama introduced the concept of catharsis, which explores the purging of emotions through artistic expression.
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the fate of the dead
Rome was the conqueror of Cleopatra's Egypt and the government changed. After Cleopatra, Egypt became a Roman province and was governed under Roman law with Roman officials replacing the Greek officials. Taxes were paid to Rome rather than to a pharaoh.
Ancient Greek mythological literature likely influenced this story through themes of heroism, fate, and the interaction between mortals and gods. The use of archetypal characters, such as heroes on a quest or tragic figures facing divine punishment, may also reflect the influence of Greek mythology. Additionally, the structure of storytelling and dramatic elements found in Ancient Greek myths could be seen in the narrative of this story.