Why do we build monuments?
- 9/11 plaza: absence and resurgence. Values of progress
Think of 9/11 – what do you build to show resurgence?
Acropolis as highest point of Athens…as holy site of Athens. Structures had been destroyed by Persians and wooden buildings took their place. Pericles had a grand vision to make the area demonstrate Athenian glory
The Parthenon represented the physical might & power of Athens – and math! Ability to control the world (order out of chaos)
It also proudly advertised the participation of its citizens & focused on the community
Ultimate example of man’s agency: democracy. Arete
Centauromachy: Order out of chaos! (Think RFK!)
Controlling our world: using reason and inquiry! (Think pre-Socratics!) Our ability to ask questions = creativity!
Introduce debate.
Note: the more you research the history of these marbles, the more fodder you may have for the debate. (Olympics…recent moves)
