...economy, art, philosophy, religion. Furthermore, the graph below will go into more detail in all of the subjects discussed above. Greece Roman Geography Some of the Greek poleis or city states as they were called where naturally separated by the sea from the mainland. Now the mainland was very mountainous. Geographically, Rome was built on seven hills on the east bank of the Tiber River. The lower lying areas were prone to flooding. Government Greek governments were divided in groups by the great Aristotle, and are still used today by historians, into monarchies, oligarchies, tyrannies, and democracies. Rome was ruled by kings at the beginning of their time. Then it became a republic with emperors of royal blood and a senate and an assembly. Economy The Greeks since their poleis where unreachable by land they were reached by sea. Thus in the early part of the history of Greece the main source of economy was through fishing and trading. Later led onto agriculture and the growing of wheat. Romans where known for their trading and were also known for taking slaves from all of the wars that they had from the expansion of their empire. Therefore, the people of Rome had grown a custom to slave labor. Art The Greeks where known for the art form of perfecting the human body. They were known for sculptures and other famous art works known as ideal artistic form of art. The Roman people were engineers. Concrete was one of the...
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...Ephesians 4:1-6 states, "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of the peace. There is one body and one Spirit "just as you were called to one hope just as you were called to one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is the over all and through all and in all". This scripture is so powerful, yet so simple. Selected this passage because it pertains to everyone’s problems and daily issues. Drama does not discriminate by color, race, sex, age or class, it is a universal issues that we all must go through and learn from. I also selected this passage because of I am working on in my personal life. My mother always told me that you have to have patience, that is was a virtue. As a young girl I had no idea of the magnitude the characteristics of patience would be worth. I have a young son and with children you have to learn to be patient. Children have the ability to make you proud, however obtain the same ability to work you down to your last nerve. But over my several years of parenting and growing with Christ I’ve learned that I must first acquire patience with my child. Children are more prone to listen and be obedient when you use a warm and soft tone, rather than a yelling angry tone which in turn will scare them and discourage any type of obedience....
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...Greeks | Romans | Greek city-states were separated from one another by countryside; all surrounding water. | Rome was inland on one side of the Tiber river. The Italic tribes did not have hills of the countryside to keep them out of Rome. | Most Greek buildings were made with mud, wood, plaster, and stone. These buildings did not stand over long periods of time. Save for the textures of marble and limestone they used to construct their temples which some still remain. | Romans used too marble and limestone in the construction of their buildings, but their greatest contribution was the perfection of the use of concrete. The strong, but light-weight material allowed them to larger and freer flowing structures. | Most of the remaining Greek structures are temples built to honor both their art and their gods. While decorative on the outside they were very plain within. Greek architecture was more rectilinear. This usually consisted of a pediment supported by columns set on a plinth for base. | More Roman structures stand today greatly due to their advancement in material technology. Roman structures were both decorative on both the inside and outside to reflect the pursuit of pleasure which was an essential part of Roman culture. Roman buildings were more complex, as they are credited with the mastering of the arch and dome type constructions, made possible by their skills with concrete. | Classical Greek sculptures are idealized from the human form, focusing on balance, symmetry...
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...Home Poetry Book Contest Poetry Book Contest Brick Road Poetry Book Contest Michael Meyerhofer was selected as the winner of the 2010 Brick Road Poetry Book Contest for his manuscript entitled, Damnatio Memoriae. The 4 additional finalists were: Rupert Fike, Lotus Buffet Grey Held, Two-Star General Jamie Thomas, Etch and Blur Toni Thomas, Chosen Jason Schossler, Mud Cakes (scheduled for publication elsewhere) 4 of our finalists, all but Jason Schossler, are scheduled to be published by Brick Road Press. *** The first place winner receives a publication contract with Brick Road Poetry Press and $1000 prize, publication in both print and ebook formats, and 25 copies of the printed book. We may also offer publication contracts to the top finalists. Adhere to all the "general submission" manuscript guidelines. (provided below) Entry fee $25, payable through the online submission manager. If sending hard copy, please include a Check or money order to "Brick Road Poetry Press, Inc." Deadline: November 1, submission accepted starting August 1. Submit via the Brick Road Poetry Press Submission Manager Manuscript Guidelines * Book-length poetry manuscripts only. * Simultaneous submissions accepted, provided we are immediately informed if the manuscript is accepted elsewhere. * Original collection of 50 to 100 pages of poetry, excluding cover page, contents, acknowledgments, etc. * Single sided, single spaced. We prefer no more than one poem...
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...first Roman triumvirate as a time that corruption weighed on Romans in general. Cicero had emerged as a skilled orator that both served Rome in the fight against injustice, but also became viewed by the senior senate as someone who was able to undermine the old institutions of power through skill and manipulation. The public corruption had begun to expose the weaknesses of the current form of government and opened many minds to the sentiment that some individuals could be trusted with governance more than the current leaders who could be manipulated by the aristocracy. This paper will compare key players like Julius Caesar and Caesar Augustus in their rise to power, as well as their importance in the events leading to the end of the republic government. The role of Mark Antony and Egyptian Queen Cleopatra will be examined in the events leading up to the battle that ended the republic and began the empire. Finally, the Roman Empire’s expansion north into Gaul, Germania, and Britain will be examined. Around 60bce, leaders like Pompey had had very successful campaigns outside of Italy that provided wealth and influence that held both military and diplomatic appeal. This was precisely the case with Pompey having gained wealth and the loyalty of a large army. Having operated independently from senate authority for many years, his return to Rome was rightly seen as a threat to the republic. At the same time, Julius Caesar emerged as a rising political figure that championed the...
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...Human Life in Ancient Cultures: Greece and Rome Kara McBroom HUM/100 July 22, 2013 Tony Kashani, Ph.D. The Purpose of Human Life in Ancient Cultures: Greece and Rome The Ancient Greek began a pattern in life throughout their time by putting incredible stress on instruction, the Gods, logic, written works, music, move and the sky is the limit from there. As the Greek voyaged and exchanged with different nations they came to look into diverse societies and they carried what they studied home to Greece and developed it. What they studied overflowed to the Roman society and the Romans based that. Not, one or the other society was exceptionally religious however the Gods prepared to what was satisfactory and not worthy in life. Stories of the Gods gave both societies what was worthy when it came to ethical conduct however it didn't furnish Greeks and Romans with the reason for life. Rationalists looked to furnish the reason for life to both societies. The Greek and Romans would have been wise to find request and significance in human life and nature and their journey for those two things brought about workmanship, science and logic. Hesiod started logic with restraint as the key to satisfaction. Hesiod felt control and living right was the motivation behind human life. Later different scholars accompanied and looked to make a moral framework dependent upon good and bad and to give a reason to life here on earth. The purpose of human life in ancient Greece and Rome will be discussed...
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...document medical histories and use patient histories to study their illnesses. He factored in all aspects of their lives including past medical problems, the climate in which they live, diet and their line of work. The Hippocratic collection is composed of Hippocrates writings from his research and practice of medicine. It is composed of sixty books documenting information on every part of the human body including the brain, skin and eyes. It is unclear as to whether Hippocrates wrote all of the collection, but it is thought to have been written by himself and his students. (Truman, 2013.) The myth of Asclepius and his contributions to modern medicine are surrounded by more fantastical stories of healing than, Hippocrates. According to ancient Greek history, Asclepius was so skilled in his surgical and healing capabilities, it appeared as though he could rise the dead to living again. According to myth, Asclepius was struck down by the gods who were angered that a mortal had this capability with a bolt of lightning. (Magiorkinis, Diamantis, Androutsos, 2008.) In modern terms, Asclepius' methods of healing take a holistic approach, bringing together the mind, body and the power of dreams. Patients would travel to Aesculapius temples for treatment of their ailments, spending a few days where they would undergo not only healing with herbs and...
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...American Intercontinental University Topics in Cultural Studies: 215-08 Introduction to Humanities- Unit 1 Individual Project Deanna K. Wadley April 28, 2012 ABSTRACT This paper will develop a table to compare and contract both the ancient Greeks and Romans. It will include their culture, the type of governments they had, the level of trade, and economic conditions as well as the geographical areas they both thrived in. In addition the table will compare and contrast both civilizations art, architectural styles and accomplishments and their philosophical and religious beliefs. The table will also include visual representation to give readers a clearer picture of the past. Features of Greek and Roman Cultures Features | Ancient Greece | Roman Republic/Empire | | Timeline | 800 BCE – 500 BCE | 509 BCE - 27 BCE | | Government | * Made up of independent states called Polis, or city states. * Used sanctuaries to gather to share important cultural elements. * Citizens were land-owning males who had the right to vote and speak out in court (Sayre, 2010). | * Class structure composed of three tribes and consisted of two ranks; Patricians, and plebeians. * First form of representative government made up of a legislative and judicial branch * Developed elaborate code of law. (Sayre, 2010). | | Agriculture | * Farming * Animal husbandry * Beekeeping * Greeks had poor soil as they were located in rocky hills and mountains. Greece, 2001). | ...
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...Gender Roles in Classical Greece, Rome, India and China The Classical Era was home to several civilizations; Greece, Rome, China and India, each with its own unique religion, philosophy, social order and gender roles. These Classical societies laid the foundation for future civilizations and in some cases their influence is still felt today. Women in this era were not equal to their male counterparts; however each Classical civilization had its own ideas about gender roles and the ways in which families should be developed. Women in Classical Greece played into society in their gender roles and the stability of society. Wives of the artisan class were to care for all things within their homes including managing the family budget, cooking and cleaning. Greece holds a sharp contrast to Roman, Chinese and Indian women in that the upper class elite women had the ability to become educated. Often families with wealth sent their daughters to get a proper formal education, while women in agricultural areas wove wool and took care of all matters of the home. As stated in “Aristotle: On a Good Wife” (Aristotle, The Politics & Economics of Aristotle), Aristotle describes the ways in which men and women of the Greek Classical Era should behave. Men in the family unit were to rule over their wives like a “divine” law. They also had to take great care in the way in which they shaped their wives, always in a discreet and mannerly way. Child rearing was the responsibility of both parents...
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...and were divided into two peninsulas (Ancient Greece Geography, 2012). Mountainous terrain and rugged coastlines, which offered good protection, but made it difficult for communication and trading (Ancient Greece Geography, 2012). Greeks attempted sophisticated economic analysis. They made and traded in both local and long distances, and had money to do so (Sayre, 2013). Because of the mountainous terrain, city-states used trade by sea (Sayre, 2013). The economy was focused on importing goods due to poor soil quality (Sayre, 2013). In 6th Century B.C, commerce and craftsmanship were developed (Sayre, 2013). Because the lives of the Greeks were dominated by their religion, their temples were by far the largest and prettiest (Sayre, 2013). The Greeks made three individual architectural systems, which were called orders, and each one had its own unique size and detailing (Sayre, 2013). Three orders: • Doric • Ionic • Corinthian This Parthenon belongs to the Greek goddess of wisdom, Athena Parthenos, and belongs to the Doric order (Sayre, 2013). This Erechtheion is a temple from classic Greek architecture and belongs to the Ionic order. The last order to be noted is that of the Corinthian. The Temple of Zeus in Athens is the most famous one in the Corinthian order. Beliefs influenced by traditional beliefs about Gods and Goddesses and the teachings of philosophers (Ancient Greek & Roman Religion, 2012). The...
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...through the reactions of the people. The brutal assassination of Julius Caesar by Brutus and the Conspirators serves as a cause for chaos in Julius Caesar. After Caesar’s murder, the people are informed of why the task was necessary to be done. But when Antony takes stage, he stirs up the people, generating chaos in Rome when the people realize the brutal acts of the murderers need to be punished. Romans now have anger stirred within them, and they gain a passionate desire to exile or kill the Conspirators, and also “mutiny.” Chaos can drive a country to its demise if the people are angry at the politicians who run the empire. This is a fear that is generated as a result from the assassination, but not the only one. Caesar’s assassination also creates the fear of war. Antony is completely disgusted with the Conspirators’ vile actions and expresses his full desire to avenge Caesar’s death in his soliloquy, as he wished to “Cry Havoc! And let slip the dogs of war (III.i.273).” Romans, after Antony’s speech, find the Conspirators’ actions outrageous. As a function of these views, the Romans’ indirectly banish the Conspirators’ out of Rome, and even waging war in order to assure their deaths and downfalls. The war will definitely cause trouble in the people’s daily life. The war will instill fear within the people, giving them the mindset of staying inside rather than possibly be killed...
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...Unit 2 Individual Project Kendrick Little June, 17 2012 Kimberly Roff Latin means relating to the people or countries speaking romance languages. The government began to notice how difficult the Latin language was. So they began to reconstruct the Latin language with different dialects. This is known as Vulgar Latin, which is defined as a non- form of Latin which originated from the romance group. Slang as we know it today, began to form as people often times dropped syllables and said words different ways. Using the Vulgar Latin still confused people in different regions, still making it difficult to understand mainly because of the heavy accents the people had. Because of this the Latin language was done with all together and the vernacular language became popular. (The End of Europe's middle Ages) Up until the twelfth century Latin language was the main form of communication. The language was made official in western France by the government, education, and businesses. Latin is also called the living language of the times. Because it was spread to different areas of the population, the dialect was often changed in one area which made it hard for someone to recognize if they was from another area. Latin became more and more difficult to understand in regions which made it to be used less and less in the end making it a dead language. Vernacular language was made popular because many people stopped speaking Latin. The French was among the first to use...
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...Abstract This is an informational article on how new languages came to be in the early twelfth century. This article also discusses which languages came into Europe and how they arrived there whether it had been though passing performers or musicians. It shows what effect it had during the medieval times. Also, this article explains how the Latin language was strong for the much extended timespan that it survived. It describes where the origins that the different vernaculars played a dominate role in dissipating the Latin language. It also explains what effect it had on the people during the time of change of languages and what outcomes could have participated from the change. The Beginning of Many Different New Languages in the Twelfth Century Latin was the dominate language during the time of the Roman Empire before its fall in the early twelfth century. It was around the early twelfth century that the Roman Empire began to fall and the Latin language started to dissipate. The change began from people most distant and gradually made its way to the source. Most individuals during this time saw the change to be good and could only fathom the outcome had it continued to grow. Many of the people during this time chose to use their preferred vernacular opposed to the Latin language. As stated by the Editorial Board (2011), “Until the early twelfth century, the language of almost all educated circles in Europe, and certainly in literature, was Latin. Gradually...
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...Architecture Today Randy Hilliard Randy Hilliard 2 HUMN 101-C02 03/10/12 Roman Architecture Today The Basilica of Constantine in ancient Rome is remarkable in it's scale and purpose. It had multiple rooms designed for any number of uses. Political gatherings, business meetings, and several other types of functions. It was located in the heart of the Roman city. Looking closely at this structure, I thought of one such structure today that is very similar in both structure and use to this great basilica of Roman times. The Georgia Dome in Atlanta, GA. It is in the shape of a circular or oval building, with the roof in a great dome shape, just like the Romans used in the Basilica of Constantine. The Georgia Dome has a huge opening in the middle of the building, with thousands of seats aranged around it so that everyone would be facing the center of the arena as they sat down. Behind these seats and out along the outer part of the building are hundreds of rooms ranging in use from private viewing areas, concession stands where you can eat, rooms for business meetings and several other uses. This building resembles the Basilica of Constantine in all of these ways, but it also has similarities to the ancient Colosseum of Rome. People gathered here to watch ancient games and battles of gladiators. In this sense, the Georgia Dome is used for football games, concerts, wrestling events as well as other events that attracts thousands of...
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...The Role of Christianity in the Transformation of Society In Ireland from 400 to 800 CE Peter Brown does a remarkable job tracing the history of Ireland during the early middle ages by digesting the coeval writings of Christian saints and delivering a palatable narrative for readers. Reinterpretation of Brown’s text can be broken down into chronological units, each divided by a particular saint, while threaded with a flowing chronicle of contemporary society. Ireland in the early middle ages was mostly pagan. Yet, during the beginning of the fifth century, the coast of Ireland contained colonies of British Christian slaves, of whom many Irish had adopted their exotic religion. Prosper of Aquitaine wrote that Pope Leo I had sent a bishop named Palladius on a mission to Ireland to preach to those pre-existing Irish Christians. This was an attempt by the Catholic Church to bear responsibility for Christianity in the lands outside of the empire (p. 130-1). In the 440’s, a young man was taken by Irish raiders from a British city to Ireland as a slave. Patricius (hereafter referred to as Patrick) was the son of a deacon who exhibited no desire for religion until his capture, during which he prayed constantly, night and day. At one point, Patrick escaped Irish captivity and returned home. He was ordained as bishop and made an unexpected decision to return to Ireland. He attempted to recover Irish Christians from British slave raiders, albeit unsuccessfully. Patrick...
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