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Ancient Greece
The ancient greek civilization starts around 3200 BC with the Cycladic civilization [followed by the Minoan (2700 BC) and the Mycenean civilization (1600 BC)] and flourished from the 7th century BC to the 2nd century AD, especially in the 5th century BC with the city-states of Athens and Sparta.
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What two opinions exist concerning the nature of the Trojan horse?
The two opinions of the Greeks were that the Trojans were
a. They thought that the Trojans were hiding in the Trojan horse
b. They thought the Trojans would drop from the sky to attack them
What languages were spoken in ancient Greece?
Being Greek meant that you spoke Greek. There were several dialects used by the different peoples who made up the Greek world - mainly Aeolic, Doric and Ionian, but it became based on Classical Greek 2500 years ago.
The ancient Greeks spoke a language that we call Ancient Greek.
Ancient Greece people speak Greek and who ever didn't know that now knows.
Greek.
In Ancient Greece, people spoke Ancient Greek--for the Archaic and Classical periods. For the time period around Alexander the Great and the New Testament, a language known as Koine Greek was spoken.
Basicall, yes, however like English today, there were many dialects.
Greeks spoke ancient greek in ancient times, which has slowly evolved into modern greek
Only if their professional life required it. The word 'barbarian' applied to non-Greeks derived from a saying that foreign languages sounded like 'bar-bar-bar'.
Originally, ancient Greece had several different languages and dialects. The main three languages were Aeolic, Ionic and Doric, with their various dialects.
When Athens came into power, Attic Greek was spoken. Attic Greek is the language of the Greek classics.
When Alexander the Great amassed his army, he standardized the language so his troops could understand one another. This became Hellenistic Greek or Koine Greek. This was the Greek that became the cultured and diplomatic language of the ancient world. This is the language of the New Testament and the Septuagint.
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Do the Gods of Mount Olympus exist?
No, they are not
As real as any other god.
Of course they don't! They are just a myth. Though some people still believe in them, they're NOT real.
That's exactly like saying that Jesus wasn't real, that God/Allah/Buddha isn't real, that the God and the Goddess don't exist. By saying that the Olympians do not exist, you are critcising a belief that, in fact, used to be a major religion.
I for one, believe that the Olympians exist. They may be part of a mythology, but that doesn't make them fictional creatures. Watch what you say...
They are mythological gods. They don't exist. People build houses on Mt. Olympus and live there and climb it. Are there any gods? No! Also Greek Mythology says Olympus reaches the heavens, it isn't even as tall as Mt. Everest!
What accusations do Achilles and Agamemnon level at each other?
what accusations do achilles and agamemnon level at each other
Was Ulysses also the god Uranus?
No, Ulysses and Uranus are different figures from Greek mythology. Ulysses, also known as Odysseus, was a mortal hero renowned for his cunning and resourcefulness, while Uranus was one of the primordial deities, the personification of the sky and the father of the Titans.
What Greek mathematician was one of the first to study conics and apply them to Greek astronomy?
Most of them, actually. Hero of Alexandria developed a steam-powered rotary engine, built a vacuum pump and wrote volumes on engineering, physics and hydraulics. Archimedes developed the principle of displacement, and wrote of a giant mirror that might be used to set wooden ships on fire by focusing sunlight onto the ship.
How did Athens involvement in the delian league lead to the start of the peloponnesian war?
It gave Athens the resources to adopt an expansionary and aggressive policy in the Eastern Mediterranean. The Peloponnesian League led by Sparta was formed to counter this, and the inevitable result was war between the two blocs - a 27 year war which devastated Greece.
Why did Greek cities send people outside of grace to start Colonies?
Greek cities established colonies outside of Greece primarily to alleviate population pressures and seek new economic opportunities. As city-states grew, they faced issues like overpopulation and limited resources, prompting them to find arable land and trade routes elsewhere. Additionally, colonization allowed them to spread their culture and influence, establish trade networks, and enhance their political power in the Mediterranean region.
What where Homer of Greece's major beliefs?
Unlike modern authors, Homer is not quick to reveal his personal beliefs; rather, they come about subtly, through the dialogue between two characters or through implications of epic similes. He wants the focus of The Iliad and The Odyssey not to be to extract his opinions but to develop one's own conclusions about life, religion, the natural world, and the interplay between the three.
That being said, Homer is human and does have beliefs.
On mankind: Homer was a strong proponent of a collective human race, as is apparent in his removed commentary on the Trojan War in The Iliad. Rather than take a side in the Greek vs. Trojan conflict, he portrays the strengths and the shortcomings of the characters on both sides with striking honesty. He feels that while humans have their limitations and inclination towards sin, they also have the propensity to display bravery, loyalty, and grace.
On religion: The idea that all Greeks believed in the Greek gods is a widely held misconception. In fact, the worship of the Greek gods were considered more of a superstition/custom (similar to modern-day practices of knocking on wood, avoiding ladders, etc.) than organized religion. We do not know what religious views Homer held; however, many scholars think that he did believe in some sort of life-force.
On values: In both of his epics, Homer emphasizes many traditional Greek values: xenia (hospitality), kleos (glory), and metis (wisdom),among others
The Spartan-led Peloponnesian League and later Macedonia.
Could women take part in anianint Greek plays?
No it was a religious celebration for males. Females had their own religious celebrations.
What Greek emperor ended the Ancient Olympics?
The Olympic Games were ended by Theodosius I in AD 393 as part of the campaign to impose Christianity as the official religion of the Byzantine Empire, since the games were considered as pagan at this period of time.
Why did the tyranny lose the power?
After 40 years, in which the tyrants had successfully suppressed the oligarchs and ruled for the benefit of all. they became unpopular. One reason is that the inequity problem had been solved for two generations and was no longer an active issue for the populace. The other was that the tyrants had to hire a force to protect them against the vengeful oligarchs. To do this they had to levy taxes, and Greeks hated taxes, so that pushed the deposition of the tyrant.
An archontate is the office or position of an archon, a chief magistrate of ancient Athens.
Did all Ancient Greek city states allow slaves?
No. Not all Ancient greek city states allow slaves b/c the laws are different and some rich people don't need slaves or don't have the money to afford one
Where is Thessaly in Ancient Greece on a map?
Look for the Aegean Sea and it is on it's west coast, south of Macedonia.
