becomes the Hellenistic. No longer was Greece a minor collection of city states‚ but a mighty empire. The western world‚ for better and for worse‚ became almost a single place‚ united by a common culture that left its mark on language‚ literature‚ and politics. Alexander extended the boundaries of European civilization as far as India‚ and left behind a definite impact on the history‚ art and religion of the areas he conquered. Alexander sparked what is known as the Hellenistic period. This period
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perhaps the greatest consequence of Alexander’s conquest was economic. After Alexander’s death‚ the pattern of economic activity in the Hellenistic era changed in the following ways: 1. A trading network was created throughout the East and West. 2. Vast sums of money obtained by Alexander began to be used‚ which improved the level of economic activity in the Hellenistic era. 3. The concept of coining money began‚ with gold and silver being mined for the coining. Thus‚ the mining industry increased. 4
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from the Nile to the Indus River‚ which included the nations of Persia‚ Egypt‚ Greece and India. He brought Greek ideas‚ culture and lifestyle to all of the land he conquered. This era was known as the Hellenistic period and it was a blend between the different cultures. This was a very important period in history‚ for many advancements in mathematics and science developed and education became extremely important during this time. Not only did Alexander conquer the whole known world‚
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The ideals of human bodies Lim Yu Jing Art History Kristtel Martin 2 October 2012 1.Consider the Greek fascination with creating the perfect human body as you analyze briefly three key sculptural examples from the Hellenistic Age of ancient Greece. Relate to what extent these key sculptures may help to define the idealistic meaning of ‘perfect balance of beauty‚ harmony and proportion’ to fine artists for this century. Ancient Greeks were not only superb with philosophy and mathematics
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Greek civilization is a foundation for many societies today due to its established government and influential culture. There were many accomplishments that translate to the development of Greece‚ but historians would make a strong case to say that Arête‚ Eunomia‚ and Hellenization are three of the most influential forces that participate in the taming of Greece. Arête can be viewed as a captivating quality that can light a fire of patriotism under the hearts of many‚ while hubris can destroy the
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Jewish scholars translated the Hebrew Scriptures into Greek text called the “Septuagint”. Not withstanding the influences of the Greek culture‚ while translating this text‚ “Hellenic viewpoints crept into the Septuagint as well” pg. 57. The Hellenistic culture began to thrive because many had begun to
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SUMMARY OF CHAPTER 6- ALEXANDER THE GREAT AND HELLENIZATION OF ASIA ALEXANDER THE GREAT (Alexander of Macedon) * Who made the first western attempt to conquer Asia * One of the world’s greatest military geniuses * Born in Pella‚ and was the son of King Phillip II * Excellent‚ educated and was both brilliant in academic and military studies * He was taught by the famous Greek thinker Aristotle * He was handsome‚ dynamic‚ strong and intelligent * He’s favorite book was
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In the time period of the ninetieth century‚ a greater number of the Asian Empires change from the early modern period to the modern era. There were lots of different reasons for this transition. In the early modern period‚ a great number of the Asian countries were under the dictatorship of kings‚ principles and governing conduct. You can say that the citizens had no rights. These countries were underdeveloped and no industries. Majority of the people were unable to read. The education system was
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The Life of Alexander the Great At the age of twenty years old‚ Alexander’s reign of the Macedonian throne began in 336 B.C. following the death of his father‚ Philip II. Olympias‚ Alexander’s mom‚ was thought to have assassinated her own husband so that the throne would be prepared for her son. When Alexander became King‚ he wanted to do great things so that everyone would know that he is King. From the beginning of his reign‚ he always had a passion for fighting and winning wars. He also noticed
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Hana DeHovitz October 8‚ 12 Dr. Thompson Art History Sleeping Eros Most gods and goddesses during the Hellenistic period were portrayed as exactly that‚ godlike figures. However a new trend began to spread where the accuracy of age was required in order to add truth to the work created. The bronze statue of sleeping Eros was created between 3rd Century B.C. and 1st century A.D and supposedly it comes from the island of Rhodes. The length of the statue is only about
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