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What is the Greek god Hermes role in Ancient Greece?
In Ancient Greece, Hermes was a phallic god of boundaries. His name, in the form herma, was applied to a wayside marker pile of stones; each traveller added a stone to the pile.
Who started the gods of ancient Greece?
The ancient Greeks, as nomads, had sky gods. They added these to the earth gods of the agricultural people whom they displaced when they settled down to become agricultural people themselves.
Was the polis the independent City in ancient Greece?
Ah, the polis in ancient Greece was indeed an independent city-state. Each polis had its own government, laws, and customs, creating a unique and vibrant community. Just like a happy little tree in a vast forest, each polis added its own special colors to the beautiful tapestry of ancient Greek civilization.
What is constructive sculptures?
a constructed work is one that is pieced together and can be added to or subtracted from in any combination.
Where to find book about secret society in ancient Greece?
read Aristotle, Plato and Socrates in particular and the ancient greek philosophers generally. Added: Try Secret Societies, By D. V. Barrett. It looks at the ancient 'mysteries' (as a lot of them were called then), cults and secret societies. For the older ones - like masonry and the secret order of libertines - it gives a lot of historic reference about their origins. A lot of these came from the worship of Bachus or Liber back in ancient greece/rome.
Why are bay leaves and oregano leaves added in cooking meat?
For flavor
What is oregano leaves?
Oregano is a culinary herb, the leaves are used in cooking. The dried herb has more flavour than the fresh. It is added to tomato sauce, grilled meat and fried vegetables. Used in Greece, Portugal, Spain, Italy, Turkey and Syria as well as Latin America
How did renessance thinkers view ancient writing?
They read the ancient writings and carried their ideas forward. With the development of the printing press books became cheaper and easier to get. People like da Vinci collected the published writings of ancient authors and added to them in his own thinking. The ancient paintings also influenced Renaissance art showing some themes of Ancient Rome and Greece.
Did the conquests of Alexander the Great have a significant impact on ancient Greece?
Of course they had. Alexander the Great as far as the Macedonia kingdom as a whole, were of Greek origins. Alexander's conquests added a significant glory to the history of the Greeks.
What type of stage was used in ancient Greece?
From a dancing floor in a forest glade, it developed into a levelled platform with an altar within which props were held and revealed, and a dance floor for the chorus, and then was added a backdrop which allowed aerial effects.
How many mint leaves should be added to the recipe for a refreshing summer drink?
Typically, 6-8 mint leaves are added to a recipe for a refreshing summer drink.
Who wore a chiton or a peplon?
In ancient Greece, both men and women wore chitons. Chitons were simple garments made of a rectangular piece of fabric draped over the body and secured with pins. Women also wore a peplum over their chiton, which was a shorter piece of draped fabric that added layers and decoration to their outfit.
