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The Greeks are known for their achievements in literature, sculpture, architecture, and philosophy. They developed a passion for true democracy that was not understood by their neighbors. Greek art and architecture from this time, such as sculptures and the Parthenon, are still admired today for their beauty and skill. The Greeks depicted their gods in human form and believed they lived on Mount Olympus and interacted in human affairs. Greek literature produced renowned authors like Homer, Pindar, and Plato. The Greeks valued virtues like physical courage, temperance, wisdom, and justice.
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Greek literature began with ancient epics like the Iliad and Odyssey, and flourished during the Classical period with genres like lyric poetry, drama, history, and philosophy. The three great tragic playwrights who established the dramatic traditions were Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Plato and Aristotle made seminal contributions to philosophy. Greek literature continued to develop through the Hellenistic and Roman periods, influencing works in other areas under Greek influence.
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This document summarizes the key differences between Greek and Roman mythology. Some of the main differences include: Greek myths originated earlier than Roman myths, which borrowed from Greek stories; Greek gods were based more on human personality traits while Roman gods represented objects; Greeks valued creativity more while Romans respected warriors; and Greeks portrayed gods as having physical forms while Romans imagined them without physical appearances. The document also provides a table comparing major Greek gods with their Roman counterparts.
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Persephone is the Greek goddess of spring growth, harvest, and queen of the underworld. She is the daughter of Demeter and Zeus, wife of Hades, and mother of Macari. According to the myth, Hades abducted Persephone while she was picking flowers and took her to the underworld, causing Demeter's despair. Zeus allowed Persephone to return to her mother but because she ate pomegranate seeds in the underworld, she is bound to spend one-third of each year with Hades. This explains the seasons with her presence bringing spring and growth and absence bringing winter.
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The Greek civilization originated in the Balkan Peninsula in the 8th century BC. They lived in independent city-states called polis, with Athens and Sparta being two important ones. Polis were initially governed by aristocracies but some later transitioned to democracies. Due to overpopulation, many Greeks migrated and founded colonies around the Mediterranean, spreading Greek culture. Greek society was divided between citizens, who had rights, and non-citizens like foreigners, slaves, and women who had few to no rights. The Greeks made important contributions to philosophy, science, theatre, and architecture.
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The Greeks made many lasting contributions to Western civilization in areas like art, architecture, literature, philosophy, and science. Their works have become classics that provide inspiration even today. Greek thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle established foundations for rational thought and examined concepts like justice, ethics, and different forms of government. While ancient Greek society differed greatly from modern Western societies, some of its ideals like concern for justice and individual potential still resonate today.
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Socrates was an influential philosopher in ancient Athens who used questioning to challenge beliefs and was ultimately sentenced to death. Plato was Socrates' student and founded his own philosophical Academy. He believed in forms/ideas and advocated for a society ruled by philosopher kings. Aristotle was Plato's most famous student, tutored Alexander the Great, and founded his own school. He emphasized happiness and reason. After Aristotle, Greek philosophy declined due to political changes but schools like the Stoics and Epicureans emerged focusing on ethics and practical life issues. Philosophy became more eclectic and cosmopolitan.
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The ancient greeks
The Classical period of ancient Greek history spans from around 500 BC to 323 BC. This was a time of great political and cultural achievements in Athens, including the full development of democracy under Pericles and the construction of the Parthenon. Greek society was divided between free citizens, metics, slaves, and women. Famous writers from this period included playwrights like Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes, as well as historians, philosophers, and prose writers such as Herodotus, Plato, Socrates, Aristotle, and Thucydides. Significant texts included the works of Homer, Greek tragedies performed in theaters, and the writings of Plato, Aristotle, Herodotus, and
Classical Athens
The document discusses ancient Greek history and culture from the 5th century BCE. It provides background on Athens during the Golden Age under Pericles and the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta that lasted from 431 to 404 BCE. It also covers important philosophers, scientists, and cultural developments of the time period. Socrates taught his students to question everything through rational dialogue and was put on trial for corrupting youth, though he maintained the unexamined life was not worth living. The document also briefly summarizes the pivotal Battle of Leuctra in 371 BCE that weakened Spartan dominance.
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- 2. Greeks are known in the history as “noble greeks” because of their attainment in literature, sculpture, architecture and philosophy. They were not understood by their neighbors because they have developed passion in democracy in its true sense.
- 3. • Their art aroused the astonishment and admiration of the world. • A contemporary art critic commented on a painting of Helen of Troy by Polygnotus: “In her eyes, one could read the story of Trojan War. “ • There is no sculpture comparable to theirs • There are no buildings more beautiful and more admirable than those they built.
- 4. The Greeks depicted their deities in human shape. The deities never suffered from old age or death. The deities had undecaying strength and beauty. They also believed that their deities lived on Mount Olympus and they also mingled with people, interested in human affairs and interfered with human activities. .
- 5. To the Greeks, prayers followed a formula Invocation in which the deity was invoked and addressed with in the most respectful way. Sanction in which the one who prays asserts the credentials and services to the deity that make him worthy of the favor of the deity Entreaty in which the deity is asked to do something or to grant something
- 6. In literature they are supreme- There is no epic poet to compare with Homer; there is no lyric poet to compare with Pindar. There is no prose, perhaps aside from the Bible, more poetic than that of Plato. Of four great tragic poets, three are Greeks. There is no greater practitioner than Herodutos and Thucydides.
- 7. Qualities of Greek Literature Permanence and Universality Essentially Full of Artistry Originality Diversity of Talent Intellectual Quality
- 8. The Greeks cardinal virtues: Physical courage was valued at all times by people much given to war. Temperance was manner of style or style of living without vulgarity Wisdom is applied in any activity of the mind and included skill in the arts as well as a capacity for philosophy, science, and even political philosophy. Justice is a natural tendency to obey laws and rules of society and treating others as one would want to be treated. Note: it is not easy for one to have all these four cardinal virtues but the Greeks did not consider it impossible to do so.