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Mesopotamia Changes
Mesopotamia is one of the oldest places where civilizations blossomed. In Greek, the word
'mesopotamia' means the "land between the rivers (Leick, 2003, p. xii)". Mesopotamia was located
between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in what is now known as modern day Iraq. This land was
home to many civilizations dating as far back as 10,000 B.C. (Leick, 2003). Each civilization used
the different type of resources available to them between the two rivers. In the beginning,
civilizations relied mostly on hunting and gathering near the Levantine Coast (Leick, 2003).
However, there was a change from hunting and gathering to cultivating and domesticating animals.
According to Van De Mieroop, the transition was not sudden "but rather a slow process
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Ancient Civilizations Of Mesopotamia And Mesopotamia
Sumerian (3500–2300BC)&Babylonian (1792–1750 BC) both belong to civilizations of
Mesopotamia, but they existed different period. The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia are the
source of the earliest surviving art; these civilizations were situated between the Tigris and the
Euphrates Rivers. Dating back to 3500 B.C.E., Mesopotamian art was intended to serve as a way to
glorify powerful rulers and their connection to divinity. Art was made from natural resources such as
stone, shells, alabaster and marble, and was often created as didactic pieces. No artist signatures can
be found on most of the work, because the pieces were meant to embody the subject matter, rather
than the creator. Popular items that typify this time period include cylindrical seals, steles, narrative
relief sculptures, and lavishly decorated tombs. More than 4,000 years ago the valleys of the Tigris
and Euphrates rivers began to teem with life––first the Sumerian, then the Babylonian, Assyrian,
Chaldean, and Persian empires. Here too excavations have unearthed evidence of great skill and
artistry. Examples of fine works in marble, diorite, hammered gold, and lapis lazuliahve been found.
Stone, wood, and metal was imported. Sumerian art and architecture was ornate and complex –
primarily used for religious purposes – painting and sculpture the main median used. Of the many
portraits produced in this area, some of the best are those of Gudea, ruler of Lagash. Some of the
portraits are in marble,
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Ancient Mesopotamia
Ancient Mesopotamia is part of the world called "the Fertile Crescent." This area includes the
modern day countries of Iraq, Kuwait, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, Cyprus, Palestine and Egypt.
Because of the relative ease to grow food these farmers began settlements that eventually developed
into villages and then into cities.
Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers ancient Mesopotamia is now Iraq, Kuwait,
northeastern part of Syria, southeastern Turkey and southwestern Iran. The word Mesopotamia is
Greek meaning "the land between the rivers."
Mesopotamia terrain is a plain of fine silt, clay, sand and gravel from the Tigris and Euphrates
Rivers. Surrounded by the Arabian Desert to the west and south, the Persian Gulf to the southeast, ...
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Other agricultural products such as sesame seed, linseed oil, flax and wheat also became profitable.
Herds of cattle, sheep, and goats grazed in the meadows when it was not growing season and when
enough water was available. In addition, the production of wool became a large demand due to the
fact that it could be processed into an assortment of textile fabrics. However, the majority of the
farm land became property of the religious temple of the area on behalf of the gods leaving the
farmers to rent the land they worked and cultivated from the
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Mesopotamia Essay
Thousands of years ago human kind made a decision that has since shaped the way we live.
Although, why would human kind make this decision, their prior hunting–gathering way of life was
maintainable. So, to determine this, there will be three main factors that would lead them to make
this decision: first, due to the geographical locations of the rivers; second, following the herds of
animals led them to these geographical locations; third, better food support for the tribes that would
become civilizations, and fourth, the possibility of agriculture.
So where is Mesopotamia? "It is located in the part of the world that is now referred to as the
Middle East; it is a geographical area that includes the lands of Egypt, located in northeastern
Africa, extending north through modern–day Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and the
southeastern portion of Turkey. (Chadwick)" This area includes three major rivers: the Nile, located
within geographical area that is Egypt; as well as, the Tigris and Euphrates, which are located within
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Animal herds will graze the land and stay in one area until it is no longer able to sustain the herd;
therefore, they will migrate from area to area to maintain the herd. Generally, the herd will stay in a
spot that is fertile. The Nile, Euphrates, and Tigris rivers would all have yearly flooding's allowing
the land to stay fertile. Considering that the river valleys were rainless (Renfew), these flooding's
were rather important for not only the herd, but also the fertility of the region. At this time, humans
did not know how to domesticate animals, nor did they have the proper living arrangements to
necessitate this style of food supply. Naturally, human kind would follow the herd, due to the fact
that it was still one of their sources of food
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Mesopotamia Research Paper
Mesopotamia was a civilization that started approximately 3200 b.c. and ended around 539 b.c. The
reason why they called the civilization "Mesopotamia", was because Mesopotamia means "the land
between the rivers". The world's first civilization developed in southeastern Mesopotamia,in a
region called Sumer. Mesopotamia is located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. This area was
part of the Fertile Crescent, which stretches from the eastern coast of the Mediterranean sea to the
Persian Gulf.
The economic set–up of Mesopotamia centered primarily around trading and farming. Being
between the Tigris and Euphrates river really helped with the farming side. The people of
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Mesopotamians were polytheistic, worshiping in many gods. These gods were thought to control
every aspect of life, especially the forces of nature. They built these things called ziggurats. A
ziggurat was a large stepped temple. They thought that the ziggurats were dedicated to each god or
goddess. The people of Mesopotamia alse believed in the afterlife. In their belief, all people lived
after death in a grim underworld from which there was no release.
Mesopotamia government was set–up as a hereditary rule and theocracy . Theocracy means the
government is led around their religion and beliefs. The hereditary rule means that the power passes
from father to son(with one family.) The king or ruler was responsible for maintaining city walls and
irrigation systems. The ruler also collected taxes, enforced laws, and led armies into war. The king
was also seen as like a priest. He was like a chief servant of the gods and led ceremonies meant to
please the gods.
Mesopotamia had a lot of achievements. There most famous achievements are cuneiform, system of
pictograms, mathematics, astronomy, and Epic of Gilgamesh. Cuneiform is one of their greatest
achievements. Cuneiform is a system of writing that used wedged–shaped marks. Another big
achievement is the system of pictograms. Pictograms is a pictorial symbol for word or phrase. Those
two achievements were mainly the most important because that's how they
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Egypt and Mesopotamia Essay
Kate Ward
Per. 3
9/11/13
River Valley civilizations were the first to occur throughout time. Two of the most advanced were
Egypt and Mesopotamia. Although both had a male dominant government that was supported by a
patriarchal king or leader, Egypt had a strong, centralized government whereas Mesopotamia was
decentralized and was based upon small city–states operating independently. To add, Egypt was also
classified as self sufficient rather than Mesopotamia who relied on trade because of unstable
agriculture. Due to Egypt surpassing Mesopotamia in areas such as governmental structure, self
sufficiency, and cultural traditions, Egypt proves to be the more advanced society. Environmental
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With all these surrounding them, invasion wasn't such a prime concern, so they evolved a complex
and hearty view towards the afterlife. Religion was then tied into government, making it all the more
significant because pharaohs were viewed as god–like and were considered to be ultimate rulers.
Citizens then realized that much more is at stake for an act of wrongdoing. However, in
Mesopotamian culture, death was simply foreseen as an eternal sleep and was the given the name
"Land of No Return" that held no importance and did not have any affect when involved with
government. All in all, geography affected the natural occurrences to the civilizations as well as the
frequency of invasion, the evolvement of strong cultural beliefs, and self–sufficiency. The culture in
both Mesopotamia and Egypt influenced both civilizations. However, Egypt's culture had a
significant and drastic impact on the governmental structure. Egypt was claimed to be a theocracy,
so the behavior of residents was caused by the pharaoh who was the source of all law throughout the
region and was classified to be a god. This idea ties in adequately with the idea of Egypt being a
centralized type of government. Their leaders were worshipped and praised respectfully so whatever
the pharaoh decided was seen to be morally correct or important and was to be followed by society.
On the other hand, Mesopotamia had a decentralized government that had little to no relationship
with
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Mesopotamia Government
Government
In Mesopotamia, government was the most important aspect of civilization. The government was the
dominant group of people that had control over others, enforcing the laws and regulations they had
created and deter them from breaking these laws. If the laws were broken, you would be punished in
accordance to what you had done. In Sumerian, the king did not write down the rules as everyone
was expected to know them. Babylon on the other hand, had their laws written down on a stone
tablet which was created by the king of Babylon, Hammurabi. These laws came to be known as The
Code of Hammurabi and outlined basic human rights. The Code is now the basis of many countries'
constitutions. With the absence of government, Mesopotamia would ... Show more content on
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The priest was very powerful and the most important people, people believed that they have a
relationship with gods which is why they were a part of the upper class society. They were the ones
who taught people how to keep their gods happy, they also shaved their heads so you would know
who they are. The upper class people usually had jewelry that was made out of gold or precious
stones which was on them at all times. The lower class people had almost the same type of clothing
like the rich but it wasn't the same material, the upper class had a better clothing material than
anyone else. The slaves had no rights, they were usually with the king and the priest unless the
upper class had bought slaves to work for them or they were working in the agricultural fields. Class
structure is important because it's a way of organizing people due to their wealth and family. This is
how you know some people have authority over each
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How Is Mesopotamia Similar
Writing Assignment Egypt and Mesopotamia both have similarities as well as differences. The
geography of the two civilizations are similar because a river plays an important part in their way of
living. They are different because Mesopotamia is divided into regions. The governments of the two
countries have large differences. The advances in technology and science were relatively similar as
well because both countries invented writing systems and irrigation systems.
In Egypt and Mesopotamia, the environments have extreme similarities. In Egypt, one of the main
areas in the environment is the Sahara Desert. The desert runs across the top of Africa taking up a
large part of Egypt. Because the dessert is so dry, people are not able to live there, but it is useful
because it keeps enemies and intruders out of the area. The Nile river is also very important in
Egypt. It starts south of Ethiopia and flows into the Mediterranean sea. The water from the Nile
makes it possible to grow crops. In Mesopotamia, the Tigris and Euphrates rivers flow through most
of Syria, which makes it similar to Egypt. Mesopotamia is divided into the northern region and the
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In egypt the government is centered on Pharaoh. The pharaoh was in charge of everyone. The
government was a monarchy because the people had no decisions to make. Egypt was called one of
the most peaceful countries because the government was consistent, and it only changed when there
was chaos, invasion, etc. In Mesopotamia, the government started out as a primitive democracy and
then became theocratic meaning ruled by priest kings. In times of war, a tough fighter would rule
instead of a priest king. Some military rulers became permanent rulers and even passed their power
to their sons creating a dynasty. The countries both had different governments that allowed them to
grow
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Mesopotamia Climate
Mesopotamia, located between Tigris and Euphrates (both rivers), became the "cradle of
civilization" in the 4th millennium BCE. It got its name from the greek words "between two rivers"
and since it was in such a cultural area, Mesopotamia filled its lands with a collection of various
cultures from all around the zone. The climate in Mesopotamia wasn't the most helpful since the
weather from May to September was sunny and very hot. After September, the temperatures
dropped and clouds filled with water splashed on the villages. That's why they were the first ones to
create roofs and windows, strong bricks that could resist almost any type of weather, and the
concept of building walls. Since they created such important things never seen based
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Ancient Mesopotamia
Throughout the first civilizations of ancient Mesopotamia, writing and written records were a central
point and feature of most of the ancient civilizations. Writing was used to document and describe the
way of life in ancient Mesopotamia. Access to many of the Mesopotamian's ancient written records
has given historians and researchers a look on how people lived and the type of social life and
classes in the first civilizations. Based upon these written records it was shown that the social groups
and classes were well ordered and clearly divided. The Mesopotamian's seemed to live in a very
hierarchical society with civilizations divided into social groups such as King, Priests, Upper class,
Lower class and slaves. These class differences were mostly organized by the creation of
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These laws were clear and well–ordered writings that gave historians a more detailed representation
on the social life of ancient Mesopotamians. Not only were the social groups organized by The Law
Code of Hammurabi but also by the "Standard of UR," a wooden box found in the Sumerian city of
Ur with illustrations of the Mesopotamian social life painted on both sides of the box. The box was a
clear representation of how the Mesopotamian societies were organized. One side of the box was
represented as the "peace side," which had a clear visual of the class differences and social groups of
a well–ordered and highly hierarchical society. In the way of civilization the upper class would be
the ones to feast while the lower class would have to offer their products from their labor to the
upper class. On the other side of "The Standard of Ur," is the "war side" that represents where each
social class stands during the war. The lowest class of society was made up of the prisoners that
were captured from war and turned into slaves. As stated by historians the Standard of Ur, "has
become a vivid image of Mesopotamian social life" (Ways of the World
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Ancient Mesopotamia
Mesopotamia was the birth place of the world's first civilizations. Located along the Tigris–
Euphrates Rivers, the valley was ideal for hunter–gathering peoples to settle. The many groups had
varying religious beliefs that eventually melded together due to the new agricultural based
settlements.
The people of Mesopotamia held a polytheistic belief system, or the practice of worshipping many
gods. They lived their lives to please the deities, believing that all good came from the gods' favor.
However, this also applied to negative things. From sicknesses to natural disasters, all bad was a
direct result from a displeased god or goddess.
The leaders of the cities built Ziggurats. These temple–like structures were places of worship,
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Using the power of thought, Atum created his form. To be, the great god Atum created a large dirt
pile upon which he could stand. Lonely, Atum took from his shadow two children – Shu and Tefuut.
He sent them forth to create the world. After a time, Atum missed his children, so he took his eye
and sent it out onto the earth to search for them. Shu and Tefuut returned to the god safely, so he
cried joyfully. From the power in his tears, humans arose. Shu and Tefuut gave birth to two children,
Geb and Nut, who were to create a place for the humans to live. However, the god and goddess fell
in love. This was forbidden, so Atum separated them forever by making Nut the Earth and Geb the
sky. Nut was pregnant, and gave birth to the gods Isis, Set, Horus, Nephys, and Osiris. Osiris was
given the earth to rule, and humans were placed on the
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Ancient Mesopotamia
Mesopotamia is located between the Tigris and Euphrates river. The name Mesopotamia means "the
land between the water". It is the oldest civilization found in the middle eastern region between the
Tigris and Euphrates river in what is now known as Iraq. Mesopotamia was in the area called the
Fertile Crescent which was a fertile arc of land from the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea,
through Mesopotamia, all the way to the Persian Gulf. Mesopotamia was in an area with very rich
soils. The rich soils led to them to grow crops. The rich soil and the growing of all the crops led to
the development of civilization. Mesopotamian cities and states were surrounded by great walls that
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Hereditary rule is when the power passes from father to son and if the king doesn't have a son it gets
passed along throughout the family. The ruler or the king is responsible for maintaining all the city
walls and all of the irrigation systems. Sumerian people had enforced laws. They also collected taxes
from all people. Sumerians also kept legal records. Sumerians religion was that they were
polytheistic. Being polytheistic is believing in more than one god. They also believed that there was
an afterlife. They have an ancient temple called Ziggurat. A Ziggurat was a large stepped temple that
was dedicated to each city–state chief god or goddess. They use the temple to worship all of their
gods and/or goddesses. Sumerian priests used to perform ceremonies and they also use to perform
processions. Sumers didn't have a lot of intellectual and/or artistic achievements. They created the
writing called cuneiform. Cuneiform is a type of writing that is also called wedge writing.
Sumerians also used a system of pictographs. Sumerians also created a system of mathematics.
Astronomy is yet another thing they had developed. They are also known for the stone called the
Epic of Gilgamesh. The Epic of Gilgamesh is a stone that has an "epic" poem engraved into
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Mesopotamia Statues
The sculptures of the ancient civilizations all varied from country to country. A person could say that
they each created an individual style by using some of what they knew, then made it their own.
Some tried for hyper realistic while others didn't go for realism. They each developed these form the
way they lived. Mesopotamia had statues with big eyes or some didn't have eyes at all. They all
seem to fold their hands for some reason. Some could even say that it's creepy that they look like
they're planning something. It can't really be perceived as hyper realistic because the head is not
proportional to the body. The statues for Egypt weren't realistic either they were missing arms and
other parts (probably due to age) and the positions
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Mesopotamia Vs. Egypt Mesopotamia
Marley Buckley
C Block History
Mr. Kelly
10/2/15
Mesopotamia vs. Egypt
Mesopotamia and Egypt were very different because of their geography and world view.
Mesopotamia was often flooded because of their bad geography, but the land around the Nile river
was built well so the Egyptians didn 't have to worry about the river flooding as often. The land in
Mesopotamia was often attacked and invaded. Ultimately the geography of Egypt was significantly
better than Mesopotamia because of the benefits of the nile river created a positive world view, a
strong government and a universal religion.
Mesopotamia's land required more work than Egypt 's because of their unscheduled flooding. The
land in Mesopotamia was fertile, but was very harsh due to the amount of excess water coming off
the two rivers. The people in Mesopotamia had a bad world view because they were constantly
working and fixing the land and it would get ruined again after the flooding because it was constant.
The Epic of Gilgamesh connects to the flooding of the river because his writings showed how the
Mesopotamians were under the mercy of the gods. It also described how the Mesopotamians had to
keep fixing their land after the unscheduled flooding. The people of Mesopotamia also had bad
world because of the overload of water that caused them to have a surplus of food. The Nile allowed
the Egyptians to work their crops instead of worrying about the river, unlike the people in
Mesopotamia. Due to the flooding of the
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Mesopotamia Essay
One geographical area in which civilization first developed would be Mesopotamia. Mesopotamia in
Greek means between two rivers. Mesopotamia was located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers
in the Fertile Crescent region. I think that a complex society emerged in Mesopotamia because
Mesopotamia is between two rivers. That would provide the civilization with food, transportation
and trade. According to the World History volume I, the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers supplied
water and food because of the violent floods (Wallech et al., 2013, p. 33). The rivers provided food
because there are some animals that stays in the water and many animals on land would go to the
rivers for water. The rivers provided fresh water for farming and irrigation.
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Southern Mesopotamia
Some of the earliest human civilizations arose in southern Mesopotamia, in what is now southern
Iraq, in the fourth millennium B.C.E. In the second half of the millennium, in the south around the
city of Uruk, there was an enormous escalation in the area occupied by permanent settlements. A
large part of that increase took place in Uruk itself, which became a real urban center surrounded by
a set of secondary settlements. While population estimates are notoriously unreliable, scholars
assume that Uruk inhabitants were able to support themselves from the agricultural production of
the field surrounding the city, which could be reached with a daily commute. But Uruk's dominant
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In the late Uruk period(3500–3100 B.C.E.), there first appeared a type of object that remained
characteristic for Mesopotamia throughout its entire history: the cylinder seal. This was a small
cylinder, usually no more than 3 centimeters high and 2 centimeters in diameter, of shell, bone,
faience (a glassy type of stoneware), or various types of stones, on which a scene was carved into
the surface. When rolled over a soft material––––primarily the clay of bullae (round seals), tablets,
or clay lumps attached to boxes, jars, or door bolts––––the scene would appear in relief, easily
legible. The technological knowledge needed to carved it was far superior to that for stamp seals,
which had happened in the early Neolithic period (approximately 10,000–5000 B.C.E.). From the
first appearance of cylinder seals, the carved scenes could be highly elaborate and refined, indicating
the work of specialist stone–cutters. Similarly, the late Uruk period shows the first monumental art,
relief, and statuary in the round, made with a degree of mastery that only a professional could have
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What Is Mesopotamia?
Each civilization flourished agriculturally as a result of location. Mesopotamian's were polytheistic,
as were the Egyptians, and believed that droughts and other natural disasters were the results of
angry gods needing appeasement. Located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, Mesopotamia
was prone to storms and flooding so it was conjectured that their gods were frequently angry with
them. For this reason, they became proficient in diverting flood waters from the fields to be stored
for later agricultural use. Mesopotamian's honored the gods through worship and the work that was
executed from day to day. Men worked specialized jobs outside the home, whereas, women cooked,
cleaned and raised the children. Women had equal rights and
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Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, And Mesopotamia
In ancient Egypt, Rome and Mesopotamia the connections that the people had with their rulers
stemmed from their belief that their ruler had a close connection with their God's. Because of the
vast role that religion played in their lives it was important to show their admiration and
appreciation for these royal beings. From a psychological standpoint, through their style,
significance, and idealization, Mesopotamia, Egypt and Rome's depictions of royalty within their
artworks functioned as the best way to encompass the impression, and supremacy that a ruler held
over their people.
For many of the people of Mesopotamia the most important part of their society was their religion
and their royalty. They believed that they held close relationships with their Gods and they believed
that their rulers were the closest possible connection that they had to their Gods. An ancient
Sumerian proverb states "Man is the shadow of God, but the king is God's reflection" (Alexander).
The king was believed to be personally chosen by the gods and acting in their will however they
were not considered to be god like.
The king's responsibilities included participating in religious rituals, managing the state during
peace and war–time, and creating laws. The Mesopotamians believed that in order to protect
themselves they needed to gain more resources and people and this was done by expanding and
conquering surrounding areas. Another role of the king was to issue codes of law with the ideal that
he
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Mesopotamia Dbq
One of the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia developed into successful civilizations is by
their water sources. In document 1, the river Nile in Egypt flooded every year, which gave the land
around it soft fertile ground, great for planting crops. Most people lived near the river. In document
2, the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, which was also called the Fertile Crescent, provided food,
transportation, and plants. They were especially populated since the area had deserts and mountains.
Another reason is their rulers. As stated in document 3, the ancient Egyptian looked at their ruler,
the pharaoh, as one of their gods in a human form, serving them well and deciding what's best for
the country. Quoting document 4, the people of Mesopotamia
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Similarities And Differences Between Mesopotamia And...
Civilizations are radical states of human society that include a high level of culture, morals,
knowledge, manufacturing, and government. Mesopotamia was one of the most astounding
civilizations that anyone discovered. The location of this nation fell right in between the Tigris and
Euphrates Rivers, where modern day Iraq is located. It was positioned right along "the fertile
crescent". Because of this, the soil was very rich which caused great agriculture. It was one of the
first cultivations to roam the earth. Mesopotamia had many phases, which included the Ubaid, Uruk,
Jemdat Nasr, Early Dynastic, Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, and Persian period. Every stage had
their own unique trait. Something new and exciting happened for each era. During 4300 BCE, the
late Ubaid period in Mesopotamia began. Many events and actions took place during this time.
Mesopotamia was an outstanding region and contained many treasures, including pottery,
inventions, architecture, and Ziggurats. Civilizations are created and formed all over the world.
What we see as normal can be seen as a total obscenity in another. A strong society is always
required in order for each group to become successful. The ability to survive is the main key to
acquiring a successful society. Back in beginning of the world, growing and hunting for food was a
big factor. We need food and nutrients in order to survive. People were able to feed themselves and
their loved ones. Longer lasting lives were obtainable
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Trade In Mesopotamia
Trade is more important than conquest because when an area is thriving in trade people will want to
control that land and try to conquer it. Mesopotamia is successful in trade because of the location.
The land is fertile and flat. This means the land is easy to access, which is great for trading. The
Sumerians traveled and traded bringing new ideas back and improving on older ideas. They also
learned from experience. The land was prone to unpredictable flooding and they adapted and made
irrigation and drainage systems. People who want power want the best location they can get with the
most potential for trading. In Mesopotamia, Sargon ruled for a while and then the Hittites, the
Assyrians, and eventually the Persians ruled the Mesopotamia area.
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Mesopotamia And Its Impact On Mesopotamia Essay
Mesopotamia was the highlight of all regions. The location falls right in between the Tigris and
Euphrates Rivers, where modern day Iraq is today. It was located right along "the fertile crescent".
Because of this the soil was very rich which caused great agriculture. It was one of the first
civilizations to roam the earth. During 4300 BCE, the late Ubaid period in Mesopotamia began.
Many events and actions took place during this time. Mesopotamia was an outstanding region and
contained many treasures including pottery, inventions, architecture, and Ziggurats.
Pottery had a major impact on Mesopotamia. During the Ubaid period, objects were created and
made of dark clay. Because of this, they often have a brown or green tint. These objects consisted of
drinking cups, storage jars, bowls, and plates. The normal households pots were not as extravagant.
They were roughly shaped and plain. Some jars had knobs on the side so they can be easily carried,
but others had a rim that lengthened all the way around. This was the most common feature of
higher quality pieces. Some of these projects were the first to be created on potter's wheels. The
potter's wheel gave the advantage of making larger and more symmetrical forms at a much faster
pace. "Ubaid–culture potters were the first to turn out their products en masse. The technical
perfection of Ubaid culture potters enabled them to supply some clay products, which could replace
those parts of the contemporary tool kit. Not only does
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Egypt And Mesopotamia Similarities
Throughout human history, early humans depended on their geography in order to survive. During
the Neolithic era, communities and societies were developing due to the development of agriculture.
Since civilizations developed, formalized government and religions formed. Egypt and
Mesopotamia are two examples of early civilizations that benefited from their environment between
3000– 600 B.C.E. They share common characteristics such as being polytheistic, having public
works and having an agricultural surplus. Even though these civilizations have similarities, they
have more differences than similarities. Since both of these civilizations depended on their
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One of their differences is that Egypt was more stable than Mesopotamia. This is because Egypt had
an ideal geographic location since they were surrounded by natural barriers such as deserts and
water. They also had predictable flooding which made civilization and agriculture much easier than
their Mesopotamian counterparts. Mesopotamia, on the other hand, was not as lucky since they were
out in the open, vulnerable to attack by other civilizations and had unpredictable flooding. This had
an impact on their government's stability because since the Egyptian government was rarely
overthrown, their civilization was able to grow and develop constantly. Mesopotamia, on the other
hand, had quite the different lifestyle since that area got conquered often their way of life was
constantly changing which left Mesopotamia in an unstable state. With Mesopotamia unstable, their
view of the afterlife was affected. The Mesopotamians had a book called the "Epic of Gilgamesh"
which described the fate of all humans when they had passed. The fate according to the "Epic of
Gilgamesh" was that death was the end and that there was nothing after. Unlike the Mesopotamians,
Egyptians had a positive outlook on the afterlife, which is shown in the "Book of the Dead" or the
"Book of Emerging Forth into the Light." The Egyptian's book about the afterlife says that after one
had passed from this world they would go to another life. This shows that Egypt had a positive
outlook on the afterlife because they believed in another life, another
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Mesopotamia Dbq Essay
The cultures of Mesopotamia and Egypt developed into such successful civilizations for various
reasons. Mesopotamia is located in the middle of the Fertile Crescent, which is made up of the
Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Egypt is located in Africa and has natural barriers that protect it. Those
barriers are the Red Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, the Nile River, and various mountains.
Mesopotamia was an ideal place to start civilization. It has natural barriers as well, which are rivers
and mountains. Because the rivers surrounded Mesopotamia, it was suitable for farming. With the
Map of Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent seen in document 2, it can be proven that the area of
Mesopotamia is located in the Fertile Crescent. In Mesopotamia, farming
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How Is Mesopotamia Similar
It is a well–known fact that early civilization relied on rich soil and a reliable source of water in
order to survive. It is no wonder that two of the earliest known societies, Mesopotamia and Egypt,
settled along rivers which enabled them to become thriving and complex societies. It is surprising
though, that two cultures with almost identical geographical features at first sight, when studied in
detail, are far more different than alike.
Mesopotamia was first founded by the Sumerians in the Early Dynastic Period. They settled in
between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in an area referred to as the Fertile Crescent. Meanwhile,
around the same time, Egypt was forming along the Nile River. Both of these civilizations began in
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Although the Tigris and the Euphrates Rivers provided rich soil and a constant supply of water,
these rivers were unpredictable and often destructible. Floods would destroy crops and cause
damage to irrigation systems causing great hardship for its people. It is known that the people of
Mesopotamia were in constant war and struggle over resources and power between the city–states.
In addition, the Mesopotamians were in constant state of war with outsiders who had hopes of
conquering its people. This is because the region surrounding Mesopotamia provided no protection
from these menacing armies and warriors. If Mesopotamia was one side of the coin then Egypt was
the other. Egypt's Nile River was both calm and predictable. Although the Nile River also
experienced flooding, it would happen like clockwork and the excess water would flow gently into
the valley. Like the Nile River Egypt has a history of stable and peaceful culture. In addition,
Egypt's position along the Nile River and in between two hostile desserts afforded it another layer of
peace, natural protection from outside
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Mesopotamia Disadvantages
The first river valley civilization is Mesopotamia. Southwest Asia is predominantly desert, but there
is an exception. The Fertile Crescent is the name given to land in this area. The Fertile Crescent is
known for having great soil for farming. It is the area near the Mediterranean Sea. This area was
soon called Mesopotamia, which means "land between the rivers." The Tigris and Euphrates River
both run through Mesopotamia. There were advantages and disadvantages that came with these two
rivers. The land around the rivers is wonderful for farming. The soil is very fertile, hence the name
"The Fertile Crescent." Although the rivers are good for the farmers, they flooded every year. This
caused problems for the people of Mesopotamia. Some other disadvantages for the Sumerians
included the fact that they did not have many natural barriers. This made it easier for other countries
to invade. Also, there was not an ideal number of natural resources. This was a struggle for the
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Egypt was divided into villages that lived under their own rules. Eventually all of Egypt became
divided. There was an Upper and Lower egypt. Each kingdom was ruled by a king. Lower Egypt's
king wore a red crown while Upper Egypt's king wore a tall white crown. Eventually King Namar
came around and decided to wear both Upper and Lower Egypt's crown. This was a symbol of the
unification of Egypt. Generally Namar is credited with the unification of Egypt. Egypt was a
theocracy; this meant the the rulers were centered around the religious leaders. Pharaohs were the
Egyptian god–kings. They were worshipped and thought of as gods. The people thought the gods
sent the Pharaohs to represent them. When the kings died, they were buried in the pyramids. The
pyramids were structurally designed very well. This is because the kings thought that when they
died, they lived in the next
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Mesopotamia
Civilizations began focusing on ceramic pottery, iron, and other materials. This type of
craftsmanship help discover new ways for collaborating with the construction of cylinder–shaped
stone seals. The seals were inscribed with descriptions and they bowled over wet clay to make
reprints. A more well–educated civilization existing within the Mesopotamian boundaries was the
Sumerians. For several centuries' Sumerian law, literature, art, science, and religion were the
Mesopotamians primary performs. The inscription system known as Cuneiform was the Sumerian
language vital development made by the civilization. During the Neopalatial period the Minoan
trade networks stretched across the eastern Mediterranean and their influence was widespread
throughout
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Mesopotamia Legacies
Ancient Mesopotamia
The region of Mesopotamia has left behind a huge legacy that still has an effect on our daily life.
This region was the first region for humanity to move from a semi–nomadic lifestyle to a more
urbanized civilization. This region is also referred to as the Fertile Crescent. The three big
civilizations that this region held are the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians. These three large
civilizations are the founders of these legacies. Some of these legacies are huge advancements in
writing, mathematics, and advancement in technologies. Even too modern daily we still see some
form of these legacies. The Sumerians, the first civilization of Mesopotamia, was the creator of the
first written language. This language ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ...
The start of these advancements goes along with their written language. Through their language of
Cuneiform, they have symbols for all sixty numbers in their base for math. The Sumerians based
their math off of 60, which is why there are only sixty numbers (Shuttleworth 2010). These used this
math for everything even astronomy and mathematic functions. This math allowed them to keep
track of larger amounts of things easier and even keep track of records for things like accounting.
Even though they did not have any numbers over sixty doesn't mean they couldn't track more. They
showed anything of sixty as sixty plus whatever else is left over. This base of sixty is not used for
everything that we do in our daily life. We still use the base of sixty for time mainly. We still have
sixty seconds in a minute and sixty minutes in an hour. Later throughout Mesopotamia the
Babylonians eventually started to base their numbers off of ten and they had symbols for single,
tens, and hundreds. Even though this was their main gift to us in our modern world these still have
some more advancements in mathematics. This math allowed them to use decimals and fractions.
They were able to make a twelve–month calendar with this math. The Babylonians believed that
there was 360 days in a year, which divided by sixty
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Mesopotamia Journey
Expedition to Ancient and Ancient Mesopotamia Hello, Its I Nuru here reporting my journey to
Ancient Egypt and Ancient Mesopotamia. Before I tell you about my journey, let me introduce you
to myself. I was a mason worker in Ancient Egypt before which was a great experience. I live with
my parents who are pretty old. I am here in the Ancient Mesopotamian Ziggurat with my friend and
we are discovering what is in this beautiful Ziggurat.
Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia are similar and different in many ways. Life was way different
back then compared to life today. These two civilizations are known as River Valley Civilization.
Things that make them different are their culture, religion, and government. Both Ancient Egypt and
Ancient Mesopotamia
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Mesopotamia Essay
Looking at what the Mesopotamians left behind, we see that their lives were filled with vast
economic, social and political changes. The sources of amalgamation and centralization in
Mesopotamia were primarily found in the temple and state sectors. The roles that these centralized
institutions played mainly centered around the economy, politics and administration over villages in
the surrounding city–states. The power that these institutions exercised was advantageous because it
gave them access and control over the surplus labor, agricultural produce, and pastoral products.
This access was crucial because it was the basis for the survival and social reproduction of
Mesopotamian elites.
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Evidence suggests that Mesopotamian elites and centralized institutions went to great lengths to
manage those who were specialized in the production of high statues or high value commodities
such as textiles, semi–precious stones and metals. During the later part of the Early Dynastic period,
the inhabitants of Ur devoted much effort in constructing tombs for their deceased elites. Excavated
in the Royal Cemetery at Ur were vessels, seals and jewels of gold, carnelian, copper, and lapis
lazuli. One artifact excavated at the Royal Cemetery at Ur was a headdress with leaf–shaped
ornaments. This intricate headdress was made of gold leaves, lapis lazuli and carnelian beads and
would have been worn by a female attendant in the King's grave. Because gold, silver, lapis lazuli,
and carnelian were not found in Mesopotamia, the existence of these rich luxuries in the royal tomb
can speak for the wealth of the Early Dynastic kings as well as to the thriving, complex system of
trade that reached far past the Mesopotamian plain. The wealth in the tombs also spoke for the
power and ability of the
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Mesopotamia
Early civilizations from Mesopotamia to Egypt were established primarily because of the shift from
hunting and gathering to agricultural means of acquiring food. This change meant that not everyone
in a population was necessary for the group's survival and therefore, some members had "free time".
This extra time allowed for advances in religion, writing, and politics, three key features of
civilization. By studying these advances, we can better learn how civilization originally looked and
we can examine the effects of their advances in today's society. With this new spare time usually
allocated for hunting and gathering, early people logically looked for reasons to explain the nature
of things. These explanations initiated the earliest forms of religion–a prominent feature in the basis
of both Mesopotamian and Egyptian life.1 Mesopotamians created and actively worshiped hundreds
of gods, many of which explained different phenomena and could control how the forces of nature
affected people. The Mesopotamians, therefore, found their purpose in serving the will of the gods.2
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The answer–through the invention of writing. Sumerians created cuneiform writing while Egyptians
wrote hieroglyphics on the inside of pyramid walls.4 These two writing styles both proved very
important to early human civilization, if not for their own reasons. Mesopotamians used their
writing knowledge "as archivists, secretaries, or accountants."5 The hieroglyphics of the Egyptians
"contained fragments from myths, historical annals, and magical lore and provided spells to assist
the king in ascending to heaven."6 Even with the differing uses, the practical applications of the
Mesopotamians compared to the more spiritual applications of the Egyptians, writing still is a
common
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Egypt And Mesopotamia Similarities
Both Mesopotamia and Egypt between 3000 and 600 B.C.E had similarities and differences. Both
regions differ in regards to social structure concerning gender roles, social classes, and slavery.
However Mesopotamia and Egypt shared similar technological developments in regards to
mathematics, astronomy, and writing as well as political structure as it regards to taxes, kingship,
and the power of religion.
Mesopotamia and Egypt are different concerning social structure such as the treatment of women,
social classes, and slavery. In Mesopotamia, women retained less rights than women in Egypt. In
Egypt, marriages remained monogamous, whereas in Mesopotamia men could be polygamous if his
wife bore him no kin. Men were also able to sell their wives and children as slaves. Women retained
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Both regions taxed the people and punished those who could not pay. Mesopotamia forced citizens
unable to pay taxes into slavery to pay their debts. Those greatly burdened from taxes in Egypt
sometimes fled into the desert. Both civilizations had kings residing over them. The Egyptian king
was called a pharaoh and they were believed to be a link to the gods. Mesopotamia had kings the
lugal and kept order in the civilization. Hammurabi is a memorable king or lugal, because of his
relentless military efforts and severe punishments. Religion maintained great amounts of power in
influence in both Mesopotamia and Egypt. The priests in Mesopotamia were in the same social class
as the king and temples called ziggurats were built devoted to the gods. In Egypt, the pharaoh was
reveled for his connection to the gods and elaborate burials for constructed to help him in the
afterlife. The government required the people to do service, which is how the great pyramids were
constructed. Temples were also created for the gods, like in Mesopotamia. The regions shared many
similarities in the political structure of the
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Mesopotamia Essay
Key Geographical Features Religious Beliefs Political Structures Social and/or Cultural
Characteristics Mesopotamia –situated between the Tigris & Euphrates rivers –overflow from rivers
left silt behind, creating a fertile area for agricultural boom –rivers made import/export trading
easier –polytheistic, believing in more than one god –believed the gods preplanned everything –built
temples to honor gods –built ziggurats to be closer to gods –main priority was pleasing gods –
kings/rulers, also known as nobles were over entire areas of people and lived in large palaces with
their family –priests held above average power because they were viewed as having access to the
gods –majorly patriarchal laws that favored the upper class & men by uneven ... Show more content
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–inventions/contributions to modern day include: the wheel, bronze, sexagesimal number system,
solar calendar, chariots, cuneiform writing, and numerous agricultural & weaponry advances Egypt
–Nile river provided irrigation for surrounding land/valleys –climate provided reliable weather
changes that ensured agricultural success –unlivable deserts on either side ensured security –
Mediterranean Sea to the north –polytheistic, believing in more than one god –promotion of local
gods within communities –Ma'at was maintained by gods & kings to keep chaos at bay –concepts of
"ka" & "ba" refer to the soul & afterlife of a person –kings ruled with a central bureaucracy
supported by religion –structure included a king, his vizier for daily operations, & a high priest –
politics were intertwined with religion –king owned everything & commandeered "taxes" to pay for
public works –rule was passed thru lineage –skilled engineers produced pyramids, canals, &
irrigation systems –inventions/contributions include: geometry, medicine, antiquities, hieroglyphics,
stylus writing tool, papyrus, and many religious and scientific texts India –Indus river ran thru India
& irrigated crops –flooding from monsoons left soil fertile from sediment –proximity of Arabian Sea
& Persian Gulf made trade easy –polytheistic, believing in more than one
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Mesopotamia Facts
Mesopotamia, the land between two rivers, was one of the world's first civilizations. The most
memorable facts about Mesopotamia include that Sumer was the first Mesopotamian civilization
where the first written language,Cuneiform, and Hammurabi's Code, first code of law to be
documented, were established. I recently studied this civilization in another course, so facts such as
the civilization being known as the Fertile Crescent because of its geographical advantage and that
many Mesopotamian civilizations were polytheistic were already part of my knowledge. I didn't,
however, know that Hebrews, the first monotheists, originated near Sumer. I am curious to research
about Hebrews and find out how long it was until other monotheists emerged. ... Show more content
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An already known fact about the Egyptian civilization that was their elaborate burials. They were
very architecturally advanced and constructed the pyramids and other complex tombs for the Pharos.
The final ancient civilization I read about was the Indus River Valley civilization. This included
ancient India, China, and the Americas. India was developed during the Bronze Age and was very
advanced because their cities were planned out in a grid format and even had plumbing systems.
Their social order is what surprised me the most because there was a group outside of the order, the
untouchables, you couldn't move up a class until the next life, and the ultimate goal was nirvana, the
union of Atman with Brahman. China established cultural diffusion with the initiation of the Silk
Road . I also studied this civilization in a previous course and learned about the dynastic cycle and
how dynasties can be overthrown because of the Mandate of Heaven. I lastly discovered that
Olmecs in the Americas contributed to society by creating a calendar, building great pieces of
architecture, and passing on their traditions to future generations to
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Ancient Mesopotamia
"Mesopotamia" is a Greek word meaning, "Land between the Rivers". The Ancient Sumerians
worshipped many different gods and goddesses. They thought that the gods influenced much of
what happened to them in their lives. Babylonian and Assyrian's religious was heavily influenced by
the Sumerians. The Mesopotamians always thought of the importance of god in their life, as each
city had it own god. And at every center of the city, there is a temple to represent that god. Some of
the Sumerian gods and goddesses included: Enki and Anu. The god Ea or Enki as it named by
summerians is one of the most powerful gods in the Mesopotamian. According to the ancient
Mesopotamian gods and goddness article, "Enki has associations with wisdom, magic and
incantations". The god Enki was the source of knowledge and he was the patron of the all
achievements of civilization as well as crafts and arts. Enki created human out of clay to show the
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Acoording to the ancient Mesopotamian gods and goodness article," Enki was the son of the god
An, or the goddess Nammu and a twin brother of Adad. His wife was Damgalnunna/ Damkina and
their offspring were the gods Marduk, Asarluhi and Enbilulu, as well as the goddess Nanše and the
sage Adapa". As in the ancient mesopotmian gods and goodness, the author explains the history of
the god Enki, as he said, "The first attestations of the god Enki date to the Early Dynastic IIIa
period, where he is mentioned in the texts from Fara. As late as the third century BCE he appears as
the god Kronos in a Greek text attributed to the Babylonian priest Berossus, where he was the
original patron of the god of the Eridu". Enki was known as a god who wears a long robes and
horned cap. Through history the cylinder seals pictured the god Enki representing the subterranean
waters of Abzu, as well as the symbol of Ea is a a curved sceptre with a ram's head, a goat–fish and
a turtle. The reason of creating the
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Egypt And Mesopotamia
Architecture in Egypt and Mesopotamia When you think about ancient architecture, what questions
arise? Do you ask yourself about its history, durability, and structure? For example, Egypt is known
for its pyramids, while Mesopotamia is known for its temple. Both are influential and recognizable
after so many years and will continue to be for years to come, those questions come without a doubt
to mind. In the following paragraphs, these questions will be answered and explained in depth
regarding these two civilizations, Egypt and Mesopotamia.
In Egypt, architecture started in what was considered to be the Early Dynamic period and
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Egyptians used sand and stones, whereas Mesopotamians used clay and mud. Egypt structures are
visited by tourists year around. However, the Meidum Pyramid did cease to last and collapsed
because it was resting on sand versus rocks. In which, the Mesopotamians mud brick technique was
later adapted by the Egyptians. Unfortunately, for Mesopotamia there is only one structure that still
remains, a few were reconstructed and others were just gathered from archeological evidence.
Historical evidence collected indicate climate change, affected the soil caused by mineral salt
leading to broken bricks. Another reason for the reconstruction was power domination by the
Elamites, they destroyed and rebuilt on the same location either being the same structure or ones
similar to the previous with modifications.
These two civilizations have brought the most memorable structures, considering the techniques
used and unique designs. Egypt will always be admired for the Great Pyramid of Giza, known as
one of the last original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World ( Mark, 2016 ). The great pyramid of
Giza was constructed as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu, including three chambers with two mortuary
temples and three known as satellite pyramids dedicated to Khufu's wives. Architectures also known
to be constructed by the Egyptians are Zoser's Necropolis built as a mortuary tomb for Pharaoh
Djoser, it was surrounded by decorations and ceremonial structures. The Great Sphinx of Giza is
known
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Mesopotamia Problems
Mesopotamia was located in Middle East, between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, now this land is
located mostly in Iraq. Mesopotamia is the place where humans first formed civilizations.
Mesopotamia is called the cradle civilization. This is known as this because the people of this
culture developed a large amount of things. For instance: government, written language, religion,
agriculture, and large cities. The early settlers in Mesopotamia started to go into small villages and
towns. Eventually they learned how to irrigate land and they grew crops on large farms, after that
the towns grew bigger. Later these towns turned into large cities.
Most of the people lived in mud brick homes. In the cities every family had its own house it didn't
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In Mesopotamia there were unpredictable flooding. This caused the land
To become desert like if there was only a little bit of rain. To solve this problem the Sumerians dug
into the banks and created some irrigation canals that carried the water to fields. This allowed them
to grow many crops. Also the villages and towns were on flat land with no natural barriers. This
made it very difficult to defend and there was no standing armies. This caused the Sumerians to
build mud brick walls around their cities for defense.
Sumerians had a low supply of resources available for building and making tools. To solve this
problem they traded cloth, grain, and crafting tools with the people from the mountains and deserts.
In exchange they received stone, wood and metals. Another problem was that the people of
Mesopotamia fought against each other for control over the Tigris and Euphrates. However this
problem wasn't solved and and it still continues today. The people in Turkey wanted to build dams
along the rivers for power and irrigation. Syria and Iraq wanted to use the water from these rivers
for power and
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Mesopotamia DBQ
There are many civilizations built on rivers. These civilizations experience many advantages, and
disadvantages because they live along rivers. Rivers give the natural resource of water. Throughout
history many great countries thrived on rivers, Egypt, and Mesopotamia, to name a few. Water from
a river can be useful and therefore some civilizations thrived on their rivers, and for other
communities the river was their doom. One advantage was water for their crops (Doc.2). They
controlled the floods with levees, gates, and canals. This allowed them to water their crops
whenever they wanted. This also allowed for more food to support a larger population. This was
only one of many other qualities the river can give. Another benefit was the fertile soil the river
would give them (Doc.2). As the river flooded it left behind a rich soil, silt. This soil gave food,
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Bringing money to the community to build better housing, military, etc. transporting of goods also
gave jobs. This helped the economy, and overall wellth of the community. Using the river as
transportation could not only transport goods, but also explorers so the country could gain more
land. With these advantages there also came many disadvantages. One disadvantage was
flooding(Doc.6). During the rainy season the river would get really high, and flood it's banks. This
could ruin crops, or kill livestock. Flooding could also wipe out entire villages. This made people
lose lots of money. Many people were killed by flooding. Another disadvantage was erosion, erosion
is when the river eats away at things all around it over time. If a villager built his house(Doc.7)0 on
the bank, a landslide could pull it into the river. Erosion could also, over time destroy roads and
pathways on it's banks. This would be very bad for merchants, and tradespeople. Also this is a huge
loss of
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Mesopotamia Vs Egypt
Mesopotamia and Egypt two ancient civilization who have so much in common, yet are also
different in many ways. These two civilization both share geographic characteristics. Even though
Mesopotamia was brought up in 5000 BCE a whole 1900 years before Egypt, they both used similar
techniques to grow their civilization to what they were. (Acrobatiq, 2014) Like Egypt, the
Mesopotamia also was founded by a river, or rivers. The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers not only
surround Mesopotamia but gave the civilization its name, Mesopotamia which come from two
Greek words mean middle and river or, land between the rivers. The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
would flood the plains of Mesopotamia and once the flooding receded it left behind a sediment
known
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Mesopotamia Changes

  • 1. Mesopotamia Changes Mesopotamia is one of the oldest places where civilizations blossomed. In Greek, the word 'mesopotamia' means the "land between the rivers (Leick, 2003, p. xii)". Mesopotamia was located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in what is now known as modern day Iraq. This land was home to many civilizations dating as far back as 10,000 B.C. (Leick, 2003). Each civilization used the different type of resources available to them between the two rivers. In the beginning, civilizations relied mostly on hunting and gathering near the Levantine Coast (Leick, 2003). However, there was a change from hunting and gathering to cultivating and domesticating animals. According to Van De Mieroop, the transition was not sudden "but rather a slow process ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 3. Ancient Civilizations Of Mesopotamia And Mesopotamia Sumerian (3500–2300BC)&Babylonian (1792–1750 BC) both belong to civilizations of Mesopotamia, but they existed different period. The ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia are the source of the earliest surviving art; these civilizations were situated between the Tigris and the Euphrates Rivers. Dating back to 3500 B.C.E., Mesopotamian art was intended to serve as a way to glorify powerful rulers and their connection to divinity. Art was made from natural resources such as stone, shells, alabaster and marble, and was often created as didactic pieces. No artist signatures can be found on most of the work, because the pieces were meant to embody the subject matter, rather than the creator. Popular items that typify this time period include cylindrical seals, steles, narrative relief sculptures, and lavishly decorated tombs. More than 4,000 years ago the valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers began to teem with life––first the Sumerian, then the Babylonian, Assyrian, Chaldean, and Persian empires. Here too excavations have unearthed evidence of great skill and artistry. Examples of fine works in marble, diorite, hammered gold, and lapis lazuliahve been found. Stone, wood, and metal was imported. Sumerian art and architecture was ornate and complex – primarily used for religious purposes – painting and sculpture the main median used. Of the many portraits produced in this area, some of the best are those of Gudea, ruler of Lagash. Some of the portraits are in marble, ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 5. Ancient Mesopotamia Ancient Mesopotamia is part of the world called "the Fertile Crescent." This area includes the modern day countries of Iraq, Kuwait, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, Cyprus, Palestine and Egypt. Because of the relative ease to grow food these farmers began settlements that eventually developed into villages and then into cities. Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers ancient Mesopotamia is now Iraq, Kuwait, northeastern part of Syria, southeastern Turkey and southwestern Iran. The word Mesopotamia is Greek meaning "the land between the rivers." Mesopotamia terrain is a plain of fine silt, clay, sand and gravel from the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Surrounded by the Arabian Desert to the west and south, the Persian Gulf to the southeast, ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Other agricultural products such as sesame seed, linseed oil, flax and wheat also became profitable. Herds of cattle, sheep, and goats grazed in the meadows when it was not growing season and when enough water was available. In addition, the production of wool became a large demand due to the fact that it could be processed into an assortment of textile fabrics. However, the majority of the farm land became property of the religious temple of the area on behalf of the gods leaving the farmers to rent the land they worked and cultivated from the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 7. Mesopotamia Essay Thousands of years ago human kind made a decision that has since shaped the way we live. Although, why would human kind make this decision, their prior hunting–gathering way of life was maintainable. So, to determine this, there will be three main factors that would lead them to make this decision: first, due to the geographical locations of the rivers; second, following the herds of animals led them to these geographical locations; third, better food support for the tribes that would become civilizations, and fourth, the possibility of agriculture. So where is Mesopotamia? "It is located in the part of the world that is now referred to as the Middle East; it is a geographical area that includes the lands of Egypt, located in northeastern Africa, extending north through modern–day Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and the southeastern portion of Turkey. (Chadwick)" This area includes three major rivers: the Nile, located within geographical area that is Egypt; as well as, the Tigris and Euphrates, which are located within what is modern day Iran, ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Animal herds will graze the land and stay in one area until it is no longer able to sustain the herd; therefore, they will migrate from area to area to maintain the herd. Generally, the herd will stay in a spot that is fertile. The Nile, Euphrates, and Tigris rivers would all have yearly flooding's allowing the land to stay fertile. Considering that the river valleys were rainless (Renfew), these flooding's were rather important for not only the herd, but also the fertility of the region. At this time, humans did not know how to domesticate animals, nor did they have the proper living arrangements to necessitate this style of food supply. Naturally, human kind would follow the herd, due to the fact that it was still one of their sources of food ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 9. Mesopotamia Research Paper Mesopotamia was a civilization that started approximately 3200 b.c. and ended around 539 b.c. The reason why they called the civilization "Mesopotamia", was because Mesopotamia means "the land between the rivers". The world's first civilization developed in southeastern Mesopotamia,in a region called Sumer. Mesopotamia is located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. This area was part of the Fertile Crescent, which stretches from the eastern coast of the Mediterranean sea to the Persian Gulf. The economic set–up of Mesopotamia centered primarily around trading and farming. Being between the Tigris and Euphrates river really helped with the farming side. The people of Mesopotamia made a very organized irrigation system from the two rivers ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Mesopotamians were polytheistic, worshiping in many gods. These gods were thought to control every aspect of life, especially the forces of nature. They built these things called ziggurats. A ziggurat was a large stepped temple. They thought that the ziggurats were dedicated to each god or goddess. The people of Mesopotamia alse believed in the afterlife. In their belief, all people lived after death in a grim underworld from which there was no release. Mesopotamia government was set–up as a hereditary rule and theocracy . Theocracy means the government is led around their religion and beliefs. The hereditary rule means that the power passes from father to son(with one family.) The king or ruler was responsible for maintaining city walls and irrigation systems. The ruler also collected taxes, enforced laws, and led armies into war. The king was also seen as like a priest. He was like a chief servant of the gods and led ceremonies meant to please the gods. Mesopotamia had a lot of achievements. There most famous achievements are cuneiform, system of pictograms, mathematics, astronomy, and Epic of Gilgamesh. Cuneiform is one of their greatest achievements. Cuneiform is a system of writing that used wedged–shaped marks. Another big achievement is the system of pictograms. Pictograms is a pictorial symbol for word or phrase. Those two achievements were mainly the most important because that's how they ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 11. Egypt and Mesopotamia Essay Kate Ward Per. 3 9/11/13 River Valley civilizations were the first to occur throughout time. Two of the most advanced were Egypt and Mesopotamia. Although both had a male dominant government that was supported by a patriarchal king or leader, Egypt had a strong, centralized government whereas Mesopotamia was decentralized and was based upon small city–states operating independently. To add, Egypt was also classified as self sufficient rather than Mesopotamia who relied on trade because of unstable agriculture. Due to Egypt surpassing Mesopotamia in areas such as governmental structure, self sufficiency, and cultural traditions, Egypt proves to be the more advanced society. Environmental and geographical factors highly influenced ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... With all these surrounding them, invasion wasn't such a prime concern, so they evolved a complex and hearty view towards the afterlife. Religion was then tied into government, making it all the more significant because pharaohs were viewed as god–like and were considered to be ultimate rulers. Citizens then realized that much more is at stake for an act of wrongdoing. However, in Mesopotamian culture, death was simply foreseen as an eternal sleep and was the given the name "Land of No Return" that held no importance and did not have any affect when involved with government. All in all, geography affected the natural occurrences to the civilizations as well as the frequency of invasion, the evolvement of strong cultural beliefs, and self–sufficiency. The culture in both Mesopotamia and Egypt influenced both civilizations. However, Egypt's culture had a significant and drastic impact on the governmental structure. Egypt was claimed to be a theocracy, so the behavior of residents was caused by the pharaoh who was the source of all law throughout the region and was classified to be a god. This idea ties in adequately with the idea of Egypt being a centralized type of government. Their leaders were worshipped and praised respectfully so whatever the pharaoh decided was seen to be morally correct or important and was to be followed by society. On the other hand, Mesopotamia had a decentralized government that had little to no relationship with ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 13. Mesopotamia Government Government In Mesopotamia, government was the most important aspect of civilization. The government was the dominant group of people that had control over others, enforcing the laws and regulations they had created and deter them from breaking these laws. If the laws were broken, you would be punished in accordance to what you had done. In Sumerian, the king did not write down the rules as everyone was expected to know them. Babylon on the other hand, had their laws written down on a stone tablet which was created by the king of Babylon, Hammurabi. These laws came to be known as The Code of Hammurabi and outlined basic human rights. The Code is now the basis of many countries' constitutions. With the absence of government, Mesopotamia would ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The priest was very powerful and the most important people, people believed that they have a relationship with gods which is why they were a part of the upper class society. They were the ones who taught people how to keep their gods happy, they also shaved their heads so you would know who they are. The upper class people usually had jewelry that was made out of gold or precious stones which was on them at all times. The lower class people had almost the same type of clothing like the rich but it wasn't the same material, the upper class had a better clothing material than anyone else. The slaves had no rights, they were usually with the king and the priest unless the upper class had bought slaves to work for them or they were working in the agricultural fields. Class structure is important because it's a way of organizing people due to their wealth and family. This is how you know some people have authority over each ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 15. How Is Mesopotamia Similar Writing Assignment Egypt and Mesopotamia both have similarities as well as differences. The geography of the two civilizations are similar because a river plays an important part in their way of living. They are different because Mesopotamia is divided into regions. The governments of the two countries have large differences. The advances in technology and science were relatively similar as well because both countries invented writing systems and irrigation systems. In Egypt and Mesopotamia, the environments have extreme similarities. In Egypt, one of the main areas in the environment is the Sahara Desert. The desert runs across the top of Africa taking up a large part of Egypt. Because the dessert is so dry, people are not able to live there, but it is useful because it keeps enemies and intruders out of the area. The Nile river is also very important in Egypt. It starts south of Ethiopia and flows into the Mediterranean sea. The water from the Nile makes it possible to grow crops. In Mesopotamia, the Tigris and Euphrates rivers flow through most of Syria, which makes it similar to Egypt. Mesopotamia is divided into the northern region and the southern region. The northern region consists of ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... In egypt the government is centered on Pharaoh. The pharaoh was in charge of everyone. The government was a monarchy because the people had no decisions to make. Egypt was called one of the most peaceful countries because the government was consistent, and it only changed when there was chaos, invasion, etc. In Mesopotamia, the government started out as a primitive democracy and then became theocratic meaning ruled by priest kings. In times of war, a tough fighter would rule instead of a priest king. Some military rulers became permanent rulers and even passed their power to their sons creating a dynasty. The countries both had different governments that allowed them to grow ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 17. Mesopotamia Climate Mesopotamia, located between Tigris and Euphrates (both rivers), became the "cradle of civilization" in the 4th millennium BCE. It got its name from the greek words "between two rivers" and since it was in such a cultural area, Mesopotamia filled its lands with a collection of various cultures from all around the zone. The climate in Mesopotamia wasn't the most helpful since the weather from May to September was sunny and very hot. After September, the temperatures dropped and clouds filled with water splashed on the villages. That's why they were the first ones to create roofs and windows, strong bricks that could resist almost any type of weather, and the concept of building walls. Since they created such important things never seen based ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 19. Ancient Mesopotamia Throughout the first civilizations of ancient Mesopotamia, writing and written records were a central point and feature of most of the ancient civilizations. Writing was used to document and describe the way of life in ancient Mesopotamia. Access to many of the Mesopotamian's ancient written records has given historians and researchers a look on how people lived and the type of social life and classes in the first civilizations. Based upon these written records it was shown that the social groups and classes were well ordered and clearly divided. The Mesopotamian's seemed to live in a very hierarchical society with civilizations divided into social groups such as King, Priests, Upper class, Lower class and slaves. These class differences were mostly organized by the creation of Hammurabi's laws known as The Law Code of ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... These laws were clear and well–ordered writings that gave historians a more detailed representation on the social life of ancient Mesopotamians. Not only were the social groups organized by The Law Code of Hammurabi but also by the "Standard of UR," a wooden box found in the Sumerian city of Ur with illustrations of the Mesopotamian social life painted on both sides of the box. The box was a clear representation of how the Mesopotamian societies were organized. One side of the box was represented as the "peace side," which had a clear visual of the class differences and social groups of a well–ordered and highly hierarchical society. In the way of civilization the upper class would be the ones to feast while the lower class would have to offer their products from their labor to the upper class. On the other side of "The Standard of Ur," is the "war side" that represents where each social class stands during the war. The lowest class of society was made up of the prisoners that were captured from war and turned into slaves. As stated by historians the Standard of Ur, "has become a vivid image of Mesopotamian social life" (Ways of the World ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 21. Ancient Mesopotamia Mesopotamia was the birth place of the world's first civilizations. Located along the Tigris– Euphrates Rivers, the valley was ideal for hunter–gathering peoples to settle. The many groups had varying religious beliefs that eventually melded together due to the new agricultural based settlements. The people of Mesopotamia held a polytheistic belief system, or the practice of worshipping many gods. They lived their lives to please the deities, believing that all good came from the gods' favor. However, this also applied to negative things. From sicknesses to natural disasters, all bad was a direct result from a displeased god or goddess. The leaders of the cities built Ziggurats. These temple–like structures were places of worship, devotional ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Using the power of thought, Atum created his form. To be, the great god Atum created a large dirt pile upon which he could stand. Lonely, Atum took from his shadow two children – Shu and Tefuut. He sent them forth to create the world. After a time, Atum missed his children, so he took his eye and sent it out onto the earth to search for them. Shu and Tefuut returned to the god safely, so he cried joyfully. From the power in his tears, humans arose. Shu and Tefuut gave birth to two children, Geb and Nut, who were to create a place for the humans to live. However, the god and goddess fell in love. This was forbidden, so Atum separated them forever by making Nut the Earth and Geb the sky. Nut was pregnant, and gave birth to the gods Isis, Set, Horus, Nephys, and Osiris. Osiris was given the earth to rule, and humans were placed on the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 23. Ancient Mesopotamia Mesopotamia is located between the Tigris and Euphrates river. The name Mesopotamia means "the land between the water". It is the oldest civilization found in the middle eastern region between the Tigris and Euphrates river in what is now known as Iraq. Mesopotamia was in the area called the Fertile Crescent which was a fertile arc of land from the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, through Mesopotamia, all the way to the Persian Gulf. Mesopotamia was in an area with very rich soils. The rich soils led to them to grow crops. The rich soil and the growing of all the crops led to the development of civilization. Mesopotamian cities and states were surrounded by great walls that were meant to offer protection to the people that lived ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Hereditary rule is when the power passes from father to son and if the king doesn't have a son it gets passed along throughout the family. The ruler or the king is responsible for maintaining all the city walls and all of the irrigation systems. Sumerian people had enforced laws. They also collected taxes from all people. Sumerians also kept legal records. Sumerians religion was that they were polytheistic. Being polytheistic is believing in more than one god. They also believed that there was an afterlife. They have an ancient temple called Ziggurat. A Ziggurat was a large stepped temple that was dedicated to each city–state chief god or goddess. They use the temple to worship all of their gods and/or goddesses. Sumerian priests used to perform ceremonies and they also use to perform processions. Sumers didn't have a lot of intellectual and/or artistic achievements. They created the writing called cuneiform. Cuneiform is a type of writing that is also called wedge writing. Sumerians also used a system of pictographs. Sumerians also created a system of mathematics. Astronomy is yet another thing they had developed. They are also known for the stone called the Epic of Gilgamesh. The Epic of Gilgamesh is a stone that has an "epic" poem engraved into ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 25. Mesopotamia Statues The sculptures of the ancient civilizations all varied from country to country. A person could say that they each created an individual style by using some of what they knew, then made it their own. Some tried for hyper realistic while others didn't go for realism. They each developed these form the way they lived. Mesopotamia had statues with big eyes or some didn't have eyes at all. They all seem to fold their hands for some reason. Some could even say that it's creepy that they look like they're planning something. It can't really be perceived as hyper realistic because the head is not proportional to the body. The statues for Egypt weren't realistic either they were missing arms and other parts (probably due to age) and the positions ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 27. Mesopotamia Vs. Egypt Mesopotamia Marley Buckley C Block History Mr. Kelly 10/2/15 Mesopotamia vs. Egypt Mesopotamia and Egypt were very different because of their geography and world view. Mesopotamia was often flooded because of their bad geography, but the land around the Nile river was built well so the Egyptians didn 't have to worry about the river flooding as often. The land in Mesopotamia was often attacked and invaded. Ultimately the geography of Egypt was significantly better than Mesopotamia because of the benefits of the nile river created a positive world view, a strong government and a universal religion. Mesopotamia's land required more work than Egypt 's because of their unscheduled flooding. The land in Mesopotamia was fertile, but was very harsh due to the amount of excess water coming off the two rivers. The people in Mesopotamia had a bad world view because they were constantly working and fixing the land and it would get ruined again after the flooding because it was constant. The Epic of Gilgamesh connects to the flooding of the river because his writings showed how the Mesopotamians were under the mercy of the gods. It also described how the Mesopotamians had to keep fixing their land after the unscheduled flooding. The people of Mesopotamia also had bad world because of the overload of water that caused them to have a surplus of food. The Nile allowed the Egyptians to work their crops instead of worrying about the river, unlike the people in Mesopotamia. Due to the flooding of the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 29. Mesopotamia Essay One geographical area in which civilization first developed would be Mesopotamia. Mesopotamia in Greek means between two rivers. Mesopotamia was located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in the Fertile Crescent region. I think that a complex society emerged in Mesopotamia because Mesopotamia is between two rivers. That would provide the civilization with food, transportation and trade. According to the World History volume I, the Tigris and the Euphrates rivers supplied water and food because of the violent floods (Wallech et al., 2013, p. 33). The rivers provided food because there are some animals that stays in the water and many animals on land would go to the rivers for water. The rivers provided fresh water for farming and irrigation. ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 31. Southern Mesopotamia Some of the earliest human civilizations arose in southern Mesopotamia, in what is now southern Iraq, in the fourth millennium B.C.E. In the second half of the millennium, in the south around the city of Uruk, there was an enormous escalation in the area occupied by permanent settlements. A large part of that increase took place in Uruk itself, which became a real urban center surrounded by a set of secondary settlements. While population estimates are notoriously unreliable, scholars assume that Uruk inhabitants were able to support themselves from the agricultural production of the field surrounding the city, which could be reached with a daily commute. But Uruk's dominant size in the entire region, far surpassing that of other settlements, ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... In the late Uruk period(3500–3100 B.C.E.), there first appeared a type of object that remained characteristic for Mesopotamia throughout its entire history: the cylinder seal. This was a small cylinder, usually no more than 3 centimeters high and 2 centimeters in diameter, of shell, bone, faience (a glassy type of stoneware), or various types of stones, on which a scene was carved into the surface. When rolled over a soft material––––primarily the clay of bullae (round seals), tablets, or clay lumps attached to boxes, jars, or door bolts––––the scene would appear in relief, easily legible. The technological knowledge needed to carved it was far superior to that for stamp seals, which had happened in the early Neolithic period (approximately 10,000–5000 B.C.E.). From the first appearance of cylinder seals, the carved scenes could be highly elaborate and refined, indicating the work of specialist stone–cutters. Similarly, the late Uruk period shows the first monumental art, relief, and statuary in the round, made with a degree of mastery that only a professional could have ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 33. What Is Mesopotamia? Each civilization flourished agriculturally as a result of location. Mesopotamian's were polytheistic, as were the Egyptians, and believed that droughts and other natural disasters were the results of angry gods needing appeasement. Located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, Mesopotamia was prone to storms and flooding so it was conjectured that their gods were frequently angry with them. For this reason, they became proficient in diverting flood waters from the fields to be stored for later agricultural use. Mesopotamian's honored the gods through worship and the work that was executed from day to day. Men worked specialized jobs outside the home, whereas, women cooked, cleaned and raised the children. Women had equal rights and ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 35. Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, And Mesopotamia In ancient Egypt, Rome and Mesopotamia the connections that the people had with their rulers stemmed from their belief that their ruler had a close connection with their God's. Because of the vast role that religion played in their lives it was important to show their admiration and appreciation for these royal beings. From a psychological standpoint, through their style, significance, and idealization, Mesopotamia, Egypt and Rome's depictions of royalty within their artworks functioned as the best way to encompass the impression, and supremacy that a ruler held over their people. For many of the people of Mesopotamia the most important part of their society was their religion and their royalty. They believed that they held close relationships with their Gods and they believed that their rulers were the closest possible connection that they had to their Gods. An ancient Sumerian proverb states "Man is the shadow of God, but the king is God's reflection" (Alexander). The king was believed to be personally chosen by the gods and acting in their will however they were not considered to be god like. The king's responsibilities included participating in religious rituals, managing the state during peace and war–time, and creating laws. The Mesopotamians believed that in order to protect themselves they needed to gain more resources and people and this was done by expanding and conquering surrounding areas. Another role of the king was to issue codes of law with the ideal that he ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 37. Mesopotamia Dbq One of the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia developed into successful civilizations is by their water sources. In document 1, the river Nile in Egypt flooded every year, which gave the land around it soft fertile ground, great for planting crops. Most people lived near the river. In document 2, the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, which was also called the Fertile Crescent, provided food, transportation, and plants. They were especially populated since the area had deserts and mountains. Another reason is their rulers. As stated in document 3, the ancient Egyptian looked at their ruler, the pharaoh, as one of their gods in a human form, serving them well and deciding what's best for the country. Quoting document 4, the people of Mesopotamia ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 39. Similarities And Differences Between Mesopotamia And... Civilizations are radical states of human society that include a high level of culture, morals, knowledge, manufacturing, and government. Mesopotamia was one of the most astounding civilizations that anyone discovered. The location of this nation fell right in between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, where modern day Iraq is located. It was positioned right along "the fertile crescent". Because of this, the soil was very rich which caused great agriculture. It was one of the first cultivations to roam the earth. Mesopotamia had many phases, which included the Ubaid, Uruk, Jemdat Nasr, Early Dynastic, Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, and Persian period. Every stage had their own unique trait. Something new and exciting happened for each era. During 4300 BCE, the late Ubaid period in Mesopotamia began. Many events and actions took place during this time. Mesopotamia was an outstanding region and contained many treasures, including pottery, inventions, architecture, and Ziggurats. Civilizations are created and formed all over the world. What we see as normal can be seen as a total obscenity in another. A strong society is always required in order for each group to become successful. The ability to survive is the main key to acquiring a successful society. Back in beginning of the world, growing and hunting for food was a big factor. We need food and nutrients in order to survive. People were able to feed themselves and their loved ones. Longer lasting lives were obtainable ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 41. Trade In Mesopotamia Trade is more important than conquest because when an area is thriving in trade people will want to control that land and try to conquer it. Mesopotamia is successful in trade because of the location. The land is fertile and flat. This means the land is easy to access, which is great for trading. The Sumerians traveled and traded bringing new ideas back and improving on older ideas. They also learned from experience. The land was prone to unpredictable flooding and they adapted and made irrigation and drainage systems. People who want power want the best location they can get with the most potential for trading. In Mesopotamia, Sargon ruled for a while and then the Hittites, the Assyrians, and eventually the Persians ruled the Mesopotamia area. ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 43. Mesopotamia And Its Impact On Mesopotamia Essay Mesopotamia was the highlight of all regions. The location falls right in between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, where modern day Iraq is today. It was located right along "the fertile crescent". Because of this the soil was very rich which caused great agriculture. It was one of the first civilizations to roam the earth. During 4300 BCE, the late Ubaid period in Mesopotamia began. Many events and actions took place during this time. Mesopotamia was an outstanding region and contained many treasures including pottery, inventions, architecture, and Ziggurats. Pottery had a major impact on Mesopotamia. During the Ubaid period, objects were created and made of dark clay. Because of this, they often have a brown or green tint. These objects consisted of drinking cups, storage jars, bowls, and plates. The normal households pots were not as extravagant. They were roughly shaped and plain. Some jars had knobs on the side so they can be easily carried, but others had a rim that lengthened all the way around. This was the most common feature of higher quality pieces. Some of these projects were the first to be created on potter's wheels. The potter's wheel gave the advantage of making larger and more symmetrical forms at a much faster pace. "Ubaid–culture potters were the first to turn out their products en masse. The technical perfection of Ubaid culture potters enabled them to supply some clay products, which could replace those parts of the contemporary tool kit. Not only does ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 45. Egypt And Mesopotamia Similarities Throughout human history, early humans depended on their geography in order to survive. During the Neolithic era, communities and societies were developing due to the development of agriculture. Since civilizations developed, formalized government and religions formed. Egypt and Mesopotamia are two examples of early civilizations that benefited from their environment between 3000– 600 B.C.E. They share common characteristics such as being polytheistic, having public works and having an agricultural surplus. Even though these civilizations have similarities, they have more differences than similarities. Since both of these civilizations depended on their geography it led to different outlooks concerning the afterlife and the government's stability ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... One of their differences is that Egypt was more stable than Mesopotamia. This is because Egypt had an ideal geographic location since they were surrounded by natural barriers such as deserts and water. They also had predictable flooding which made civilization and agriculture much easier than their Mesopotamian counterparts. Mesopotamia, on the other hand, was not as lucky since they were out in the open, vulnerable to attack by other civilizations and had unpredictable flooding. This had an impact on their government's stability because since the Egyptian government was rarely overthrown, their civilization was able to grow and develop constantly. Mesopotamia, on the other hand, had quite the different lifestyle since that area got conquered often their way of life was constantly changing which left Mesopotamia in an unstable state. With Mesopotamia unstable, their view of the afterlife was affected. The Mesopotamians had a book called the "Epic of Gilgamesh" which described the fate of all humans when they had passed. The fate according to the "Epic of Gilgamesh" was that death was the end and that there was nothing after. Unlike the Mesopotamians, Egyptians had a positive outlook on the afterlife, which is shown in the "Book of the Dead" or the "Book of Emerging Forth into the Light." The Egyptian's book about the afterlife says that after one had passed from this world they would go to another life. This shows that Egypt had a positive outlook on the afterlife because they believed in another life, another ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 47. Mesopotamia Dbq Essay The cultures of Mesopotamia and Egypt developed into such successful civilizations for various reasons. Mesopotamia is located in the middle of the Fertile Crescent, which is made up of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Egypt is located in Africa and has natural barriers that protect it. Those barriers are the Red Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, the Nile River, and various mountains. Mesopotamia was an ideal place to start civilization. It has natural barriers as well, which are rivers and mountains. Because the rivers surrounded Mesopotamia, it was suitable for farming. With the Map of Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent seen in document 2, it can be proven that the area of Mesopotamia is located in the Fertile Crescent. In Mesopotamia, farming ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 49. How Is Mesopotamia Similar It is a well–known fact that early civilization relied on rich soil and a reliable source of water in order to survive. It is no wonder that two of the earliest known societies, Mesopotamia and Egypt, settled along rivers which enabled them to become thriving and complex societies. It is surprising though, that two cultures with almost identical geographical features at first sight, when studied in detail, are far more different than alike. Mesopotamia was first founded by the Sumerians in the Early Dynastic Period. They settled in between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in an area referred to as the Fertile Crescent. Meanwhile, around the same time, Egypt was forming along the Nile River. Both of these civilizations began in areas where ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Although the Tigris and the Euphrates Rivers provided rich soil and a constant supply of water, these rivers were unpredictable and often destructible. Floods would destroy crops and cause damage to irrigation systems causing great hardship for its people. It is known that the people of Mesopotamia were in constant war and struggle over resources and power between the city–states. In addition, the Mesopotamians were in constant state of war with outsiders who had hopes of conquering its people. This is because the region surrounding Mesopotamia provided no protection from these menacing armies and warriors. If Mesopotamia was one side of the coin then Egypt was the other. Egypt's Nile River was both calm and predictable. Although the Nile River also experienced flooding, it would happen like clockwork and the excess water would flow gently into the valley. Like the Nile River Egypt has a history of stable and peaceful culture. In addition, Egypt's position along the Nile River and in between two hostile desserts afforded it another layer of peace, natural protection from outside ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 51. Mesopotamia Disadvantages The first river valley civilization is Mesopotamia. Southwest Asia is predominantly desert, but there is an exception. The Fertile Crescent is the name given to land in this area. The Fertile Crescent is known for having great soil for farming. It is the area near the Mediterranean Sea. This area was soon called Mesopotamia, which means "land between the rivers." The Tigris and Euphrates River both run through Mesopotamia. There were advantages and disadvantages that came with these two rivers. The land around the rivers is wonderful for farming. The soil is very fertile, hence the name "The Fertile Crescent." Although the rivers are good for the farmers, they flooded every year. This caused problems for the people of Mesopotamia. Some other disadvantages for the Sumerians included the fact that they did not have many natural barriers. This made it easier for other countries to invade. Also, there was not an ideal number of natural resources. This was a struggle for the people of Mesopotamia. It made developing cities ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Egypt was divided into villages that lived under their own rules. Eventually all of Egypt became divided. There was an Upper and Lower egypt. Each kingdom was ruled by a king. Lower Egypt's king wore a red crown while Upper Egypt's king wore a tall white crown. Eventually King Namar came around and decided to wear both Upper and Lower Egypt's crown. This was a symbol of the unification of Egypt. Generally Namar is credited with the unification of Egypt. Egypt was a theocracy; this meant the the rulers were centered around the religious leaders. Pharaohs were the Egyptian god–kings. They were worshipped and thought of as gods. The people thought the gods sent the Pharaohs to represent them. When the kings died, they were buried in the pyramids. The pyramids were structurally designed very well. This is because the kings thought that when they died, they lived in the next ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 53. Mesopotamia Civilizations began focusing on ceramic pottery, iron, and other materials. This type of craftsmanship help discover new ways for collaborating with the construction of cylinder–shaped stone seals. The seals were inscribed with descriptions and they bowled over wet clay to make reprints. A more well–educated civilization existing within the Mesopotamian boundaries was the Sumerians. For several centuries' Sumerian law, literature, art, science, and religion were the Mesopotamians primary performs. The inscription system known as Cuneiform was the Sumerian language vital development made by the civilization. During the Neopalatial period the Minoan trade networks stretched across the eastern Mediterranean and their influence was widespread throughout ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 55. Mesopotamia Legacies Ancient Mesopotamia The region of Mesopotamia has left behind a huge legacy that still has an effect on our daily life. This region was the first region for humanity to move from a semi–nomadic lifestyle to a more urbanized civilization. This region is also referred to as the Fertile Crescent. The three big civilizations that this region held are the Sumerians, Babylonians, and Assyrians. These three large civilizations are the founders of these legacies. Some of these legacies are huge advancements in writing, mathematics, and advancement in technologies. Even too modern daily we still see some form of these legacies. The Sumerians, the first civilization of Mesopotamia, was the creator of the first written language. This language ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The start of these advancements goes along with their written language. Through their language of Cuneiform, they have symbols for all sixty numbers in their base for math. The Sumerians based their math off of 60, which is why there are only sixty numbers (Shuttleworth 2010). These used this math for everything even astronomy and mathematic functions. This math allowed them to keep track of larger amounts of things easier and even keep track of records for things like accounting. Even though they did not have any numbers over sixty doesn't mean they couldn't track more. They showed anything of sixty as sixty plus whatever else is left over. This base of sixty is not used for everything that we do in our daily life. We still use the base of sixty for time mainly. We still have sixty seconds in a minute and sixty minutes in an hour. Later throughout Mesopotamia the Babylonians eventually started to base their numbers off of ten and they had symbols for single, tens, and hundreds. Even though this was their main gift to us in our modern world these still have some more advancements in mathematics. This math allowed them to use decimals and fractions. They were able to make a twelve–month calendar with this math. The Babylonians believed that there was 360 days in a year, which divided by sixty ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 57. Mesopotamia Journey Expedition to Ancient and Ancient Mesopotamia Hello, Its I Nuru here reporting my journey to Ancient Egypt and Ancient Mesopotamia. Before I tell you about my journey, let me introduce you to myself. I was a mason worker in Ancient Egypt before which was a great experience. I live with my parents who are pretty old. I am here in the Ancient Mesopotamian Ziggurat with my friend and we are discovering what is in this beautiful Ziggurat. Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia are similar and different in many ways. Life was way different back then compared to life today. These two civilizations are known as River Valley Civilization. Things that make them different are their culture, religion, and government. Both Ancient Egypt and Ancient Mesopotamia ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 59. Mesopotamia Essay Looking at what the Mesopotamians left behind, we see that their lives were filled with vast economic, social and political changes. The sources of amalgamation and centralization in Mesopotamia were primarily found in the temple and state sectors. The roles that these centralized institutions played mainly centered around the economy, politics and administration over villages in the surrounding city–states. The power that these institutions exercised was advantageous because it gave them access and control over the surplus labor, agricultural produce, and pastoral products. This access was crucial because it was the basis for the survival and social reproduction of Mesopotamian elites. These Southern Mesopotamian strategies of centralization ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Evidence suggests that Mesopotamian elites and centralized institutions went to great lengths to manage those who were specialized in the production of high statues or high value commodities such as textiles, semi–precious stones and metals. During the later part of the Early Dynastic period, the inhabitants of Ur devoted much effort in constructing tombs for their deceased elites. Excavated in the Royal Cemetery at Ur were vessels, seals and jewels of gold, carnelian, copper, and lapis lazuli. One artifact excavated at the Royal Cemetery at Ur was a headdress with leaf–shaped ornaments. This intricate headdress was made of gold leaves, lapis lazuli and carnelian beads and would have been worn by a female attendant in the King's grave. Because gold, silver, lapis lazuli, and carnelian were not found in Mesopotamia, the existence of these rich luxuries in the royal tomb can speak for the wealth of the Early Dynastic kings as well as to the thriving, complex system of trade that reached far past the Mesopotamian plain. The wealth in the tombs also spoke for the power and ability of the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 61. Mesopotamia Early civilizations from Mesopotamia to Egypt were established primarily because of the shift from hunting and gathering to agricultural means of acquiring food. This change meant that not everyone in a population was necessary for the group's survival and therefore, some members had "free time". This extra time allowed for advances in religion, writing, and politics, three key features of civilization. By studying these advances, we can better learn how civilization originally looked and we can examine the effects of their advances in today's society. With this new spare time usually allocated for hunting and gathering, early people logically looked for reasons to explain the nature of things. These explanations initiated the earliest forms of religion–a prominent feature in the basis of both Mesopotamian and Egyptian life.1 Mesopotamians created and actively worshiped hundreds of gods, many of which explained different phenomena and could control how the forces of nature affected people. The Mesopotamians, therefore, found their purpose in serving the will of the gods.2 Egyptians believed their gods to ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The answer–through the invention of writing. Sumerians created cuneiform writing while Egyptians wrote hieroglyphics on the inside of pyramid walls.4 These two writing styles both proved very important to early human civilization, if not for their own reasons. Mesopotamians used their writing knowledge "as archivists, secretaries, or accountants."5 The hieroglyphics of the Egyptians "contained fragments from myths, historical annals, and magical lore and provided spells to assist the king in ascending to heaven."6 Even with the differing uses, the practical applications of the Mesopotamians compared to the more spiritual applications of the Egyptians, writing still is a common ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 63. Egypt And Mesopotamia Similarities Both Mesopotamia and Egypt between 3000 and 600 B.C.E had similarities and differences. Both regions differ in regards to social structure concerning gender roles, social classes, and slavery. However Mesopotamia and Egypt shared similar technological developments in regards to mathematics, astronomy, and writing as well as political structure as it regards to taxes, kingship, and the power of religion. Mesopotamia and Egypt are different concerning social structure such as the treatment of women, social classes, and slavery. In Mesopotamia, women retained less rights than women in Egypt. In Egypt, marriages remained monogamous, whereas in Mesopotamia men could be polygamous if his wife bore him no kin. Men were also able to sell their wives and children as slaves. Women retained a ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Both regions taxed the people and punished those who could not pay. Mesopotamia forced citizens unable to pay taxes into slavery to pay their debts. Those greatly burdened from taxes in Egypt sometimes fled into the desert. Both civilizations had kings residing over them. The Egyptian king was called a pharaoh and they were believed to be a link to the gods. Mesopotamia had kings the lugal and kept order in the civilization. Hammurabi is a memorable king or lugal, because of his relentless military efforts and severe punishments. Religion maintained great amounts of power in influence in both Mesopotamia and Egypt. The priests in Mesopotamia were in the same social class as the king and temples called ziggurats were built devoted to the gods. In Egypt, the pharaoh was reveled for his connection to the gods and elaborate burials for constructed to help him in the afterlife. The government required the people to do service, which is how the great pyramids were constructed. Temples were also created for the gods, like in Mesopotamia. The regions shared many similarities in the political structure of the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 65. Mesopotamia Essay Key Geographical Features Religious Beliefs Political Structures Social and/or Cultural Characteristics Mesopotamia –situated between the Tigris & Euphrates rivers –overflow from rivers left silt behind, creating a fertile area for agricultural boom –rivers made import/export trading easier –polytheistic, believing in more than one god –believed the gods preplanned everything –built temples to honor gods –built ziggurats to be closer to gods –main priority was pleasing gods – kings/rulers, also known as nobles were over entire areas of people and lived in large palaces with their family –priests held above average power because they were viewed as having access to the gods –majorly patriarchal laws that favored the upper class & men by uneven ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... –inventions/contributions to modern day include: the wheel, bronze, sexagesimal number system, solar calendar, chariots, cuneiform writing, and numerous agricultural & weaponry advances Egypt –Nile river provided irrigation for surrounding land/valleys –climate provided reliable weather changes that ensured agricultural success –unlivable deserts on either side ensured security – Mediterranean Sea to the north –polytheistic, believing in more than one god –promotion of local gods within communities –Ma'at was maintained by gods & kings to keep chaos at bay –concepts of "ka" & "ba" refer to the soul & afterlife of a person –kings ruled with a central bureaucracy supported by religion –structure included a king, his vizier for daily operations, & a high priest – politics were intertwined with religion –king owned everything & commandeered "taxes" to pay for public works –rule was passed thru lineage –skilled engineers produced pyramids, canals, & irrigation systems –inventions/contributions include: geometry, medicine, antiquities, hieroglyphics, stylus writing tool, papyrus, and many religious and scientific texts India –Indus river ran thru India & irrigated crops –flooding from monsoons left soil fertile from sediment –proximity of Arabian Sea & Persian Gulf made trade easy –polytheistic, believing in more than one ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 67. Mesopotamia Facts Mesopotamia, the land between two rivers, was one of the world's first civilizations. The most memorable facts about Mesopotamia include that Sumer was the first Mesopotamian civilization where the first written language,Cuneiform, and Hammurabi's Code, first code of law to be documented, were established. I recently studied this civilization in another course, so facts such as the civilization being known as the Fertile Crescent because of its geographical advantage and that many Mesopotamian civilizations were polytheistic were already part of my knowledge. I didn't, however, know that Hebrews, the first monotheists, originated near Sumer. I am curious to research about Hebrews and find out how long it was until other monotheists emerged. ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... An already known fact about the Egyptian civilization that was their elaborate burials. They were very architecturally advanced and constructed the pyramids and other complex tombs for the Pharos. The final ancient civilization I read about was the Indus River Valley civilization. This included ancient India, China, and the Americas. India was developed during the Bronze Age and was very advanced because their cities were planned out in a grid format and even had plumbing systems. Their social order is what surprised me the most because there was a group outside of the order, the untouchables, you couldn't move up a class until the next life, and the ultimate goal was nirvana, the union of Atman with Brahman. China established cultural diffusion with the initiation of the Silk Road . I also studied this civilization in a previous course and learned about the dynastic cycle and how dynasties can be overthrown because of the Mandate of Heaven. I lastly discovered that Olmecs in the Americas contributed to society by creating a calendar, building great pieces of architecture, and passing on their traditions to future generations to ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 69. Ancient Mesopotamia "Mesopotamia" is a Greek word meaning, "Land between the Rivers". The Ancient Sumerians worshipped many different gods and goddesses. They thought that the gods influenced much of what happened to them in their lives. Babylonian and Assyrian's religious was heavily influenced by the Sumerians. The Mesopotamians always thought of the importance of god in their life, as each city had it own god. And at every center of the city, there is a temple to represent that god. Some of the Sumerian gods and goddesses included: Enki and Anu. The god Ea or Enki as it named by summerians is one of the most powerful gods in the Mesopotamian. According to the ancient Mesopotamian gods and goddness article, "Enki has associations with wisdom, magic and incantations". The god Enki was the source of knowledge and he was the patron of the all achievements of civilization as well as crafts and arts. Enki created human out of clay to show the work of gods to the ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Acoording to the ancient Mesopotamian gods and goodness article," Enki was the son of the god An, or the goddess Nammu and a twin brother of Adad. His wife was Damgalnunna/ Damkina and their offspring were the gods Marduk, Asarluhi and Enbilulu, as well as the goddess Nanše and the sage Adapa". As in the ancient mesopotmian gods and goodness, the author explains the history of the god Enki, as he said, "The first attestations of the god Enki date to the Early Dynastic IIIa period, where he is mentioned in the texts from Fara. As late as the third century BCE he appears as the god Kronos in a Greek text attributed to the Babylonian priest Berossus, where he was the original patron of the god of the Eridu". Enki was known as a god who wears a long robes and horned cap. Through history the cylinder seals pictured the god Enki representing the subterranean waters of Abzu, as well as the symbol of Ea is a a curved sceptre with a ram's head, a goat–fish and a turtle. The reason of creating the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 71. Egypt And Mesopotamia Architecture in Egypt and Mesopotamia When you think about ancient architecture, what questions arise? Do you ask yourself about its history, durability, and structure? For example, Egypt is known for its pyramids, while Mesopotamia is known for its temple. Both are influential and recognizable after so many years and will continue to be for years to come, those questions come without a doubt to mind. In the following paragraphs, these questions will be answered and explained in depth regarding these two civilizations, Egypt and Mesopotamia. In Egypt, architecture started in what was considered to be the Early Dynamic period and construction lasted about 20 to 40 years to complete. The Pyramids were built to honor ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Egyptians used sand and stones, whereas Mesopotamians used clay and mud. Egypt structures are visited by tourists year around. However, the Meidum Pyramid did cease to last and collapsed because it was resting on sand versus rocks. In which, the Mesopotamians mud brick technique was later adapted by the Egyptians. Unfortunately, for Mesopotamia there is only one structure that still remains, a few were reconstructed and others were just gathered from archeological evidence. Historical evidence collected indicate climate change, affected the soil caused by mineral salt leading to broken bricks. Another reason for the reconstruction was power domination by the Elamites, they destroyed and rebuilt on the same location either being the same structure or ones similar to the previous with modifications. These two civilizations have brought the most memorable structures, considering the techniques used and unique designs. Egypt will always be admired for the Great Pyramid of Giza, known as one of the last original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World ( Mark, 2016 ). The great pyramid of Giza was constructed as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu, including three chambers with two mortuary temples and three known as satellite pyramids dedicated to Khufu's wives. Architectures also known to be constructed by the Egyptians are Zoser's Necropolis built as a mortuary tomb for Pharaoh Djoser, it was surrounded by decorations and ceremonial structures. The Great Sphinx of Giza is known ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 73. Mesopotamia Problems Mesopotamia was located in Middle East, between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, now this land is located mostly in Iraq. Mesopotamia is the place where humans first formed civilizations. Mesopotamia is called the cradle civilization. This is known as this because the people of this culture developed a large amount of things. For instance: government, written language, religion, agriculture, and large cities. The early settlers in Mesopotamia started to go into small villages and towns. Eventually they learned how to irrigate land and they grew crops on large farms, after that the towns grew bigger. Later these towns turned into large cities. Most of the people lived in mud brick homes. In the cities every family had its own house it didn't matter whether they ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... In Mesopotamia there were unpredictable flooding. This caused the land To become desert like if there was only a little bit of rain. To solve this problem the Sumerians dug into the banks and created some irrigation canals that carried the water to fields. This allowed them to grow many crops. Also the villages and towns were on flat land with no natural barriers. This made it very difficult to defend and there was no standing armies. This caused the Sumerians to build mud brick walls around their cities for defense. Sumerians had a low supply of resources available for building and making tools. To solve this problem they traded cloth, grain, and crafting tools with the people from the mountains and deserts. In exchange they received stone, wood and metals. Another problem was that the people of Mesopotamia fought against each other for control over the Tigris and Euphrates. However this problem wasn't solved and and it still continues today. The people in Turkey wanted to build dams along the rivers for power and irrigation. Syria and Iraq wanted to use the water from these rivers for power and ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 75. Mesopotamia DBQ There are many civilizations built on rivers. These civilizations experience many advantages, and disadvantages because they live along rivers. Rivers give the natural resource of water. Throughout history many great countries thrived on rivers, Egypt, and Mesopotamia, to name a few. Water from a river can be useful and therefore some civilizations thrived on their rivers, and for other communities the river was their doom. One advantage was water for their crops (Doc.2). They controlled the floods with levees, gates, and canals. This allowed them to water their crops whenever they wanted. This also allowed for more food to support a larger population. This was only one of many other qualities the river can give. Another benefit was the fertile soil the river would give them (Doc.2). As the river flooded it left behind a rich soil, silt. This soil gave food, minerals, and many other ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Bringing money to the community to build better housing, military, etc. transporting of goods also gave jobs. This helped the economy, and overall wellth of the community. Using the river as transportation could not only transport goods, but also explorers so the country could gain more land. With these advantages there also came many disadvantages. One disadvantage was flooding(Doc.6). During the rainy season the river would get really high, and flood it's banks. This could ruin crops, or kill livestock. Flooding could also wipe out entire villages. This made people lose lots of money. Many people were killed by flooding. Another disadvantage was erosion, erosion is when the river eats away at things all around it over time. If a villager built his house(Doc.7)0 on the bank, a landslide could pull it into the river. Erosion could also, over time destroy roads and pathways on it's banks. This would be very bad for merchants, and tradespeople. Also this is a huge loss of ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
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  • 77. Mesopotamia Vs Egypt Mesopotamia and Egypt two ancient civilization who have so much in common, yet are also different in many ways. These two civilization both share geographic characteristics. Even though Mesopotamia was brought up in 5000 BCE a whole 1900 years before Egypt, they both used similar techniques to grow their civilization to what they were. (Acrobatiq, 2014) Like Egypt, the Mesopotamia also was founded by a river, or rivers. The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers not only surround Mesopotamia but gave the civilization its name, Mesopotamia which come from two Greek words mean middle and river or, land between the rivers. The Tigris and Euphrates Rivers would flood the plains of Mesopotamia and once the flooding receded it left behind a sediment known ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...