developed around 3000 B.C but yet they’re social and political systems can be quite different. Let’s explore… Mesopotamia or “between the river” (in Greek) was a civilization that resided between the Tigris and Euphrates river. Mesopotamia was home to many city-states, such as the Sumerian civilization, as well as impressive inventions, cultures and learning techniques. These much like the Nile River Civilization who was known for their form of writing, their society, and their religion. The Mesopotamian’s
Homer’s poems sculpt the history of Greece in the dark ages because his are the only writings and accounts. Homer’s writing was the beginning of western culture such as the sciences and arts. Homer’s style of writing laid a foundation for the recording of other events through history indirectly starting the recording of history for other cultures and other periods of
these questions when the reality is that we need to know more. The history of how women have been viewed, and what their social norms were, is very dense and highly extensive. The history of how women are viewed can be traced all the way back to Ancient Mesopotamia and the Old Testament. From the Ancient Egyptian masterminds to the mighty Roman Empire, there are stories, lore, and examples of how women were deified and how they were oppressed. For the majority of existence the world has been run by
In the ancient time, Mediterranean trade greatly spread the influence of the Egyptian art on Greek sculptures such as the Greek Kouroi and Korai from Archaic period (600-480 BCE). Many artworks from the Egyptian Old Kingdom and Greek Archaic are shown to have similar compositional elements. In particular, a funerary statue of Khafre from the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom (r. 2520-2494 BCE) influenced the form of Greek Anavysos Kouros by its perfect body, idealized facial features, and postures
Throughout history numerous different civilizations have demonstrated brilliant, innovative solutions to the problems of their ages that have left lasting impacts on the cultures that followed them. Art, architecture, food, and literature all have distinctive styles established by various nations in the past, but perhaps one of the oldest institutions of the Western world would be that of Grecian law. The Laws of Greece undoubtedly affected the laws of Rome quite heavily, however their effects can
civilization because it was national both in Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilizations, especially Egyptian civilization. “This surplus not only freed a small elite of administrators and craftsmen from the need to produce their own food but also funded vast public works such as canals, temples, and pyramids.” (pg 27) More jobs equaled to a healthier economy. Grain surpluses were also the currency of the two civilizations. 3. Identify the staples of the Egyptian and Mesopotamian diets. Grains, also bread
globalization, the impact and influence of mass media is more than ever and all pervasive.” A colossal impact of mass media is present in almost every aspect of one’s life. Mass media can condition one’s way of thinking, feelings, intuition, and manner of response with regards to certain subject matters. This implies that media can administer individuals to both positive and hostile purposes. However, mass media did not originate out
The Ancient Greek architecture and its landscape are fascinating examples of designed spaces for public usage and democracy. Their theories and concepts should be reutilized in order to improve the conditions of the contemporary city. Jack Turner made an extraordinary documentary called What the Ancients Knew- Greece in which he reveals Greek thinking. Turner consulted experts in the reconstruction of the Parthenon, such as Tassos Tanoulas, architect-restorer, other experts like professor and mathematician
Empowerment in Art: The meaning of the word culture changed through the years, it is derived from the Latin root colere, meaning to "inhabit, cultivate, or honor" (Wikipedia, 2005). Now, it refers to the social behavior and norms found in human societies and the way of life of people at a particular time (Cambridge dictionary). Human beings contribute to culture either consciously or unconsciously, some people choose to contribute by becoming artists and producing art. Art is a concept
bonded groups of people, formed or wrecked nations and pushed for countries to fall into battles or alliances. Although religion may seem like a spiritual route, it has impacted the way the 21st century works. With religion, societies had formed and so did labor and division among people, breaking the bond of unity as a whole. Throughout history, it is religion that has been the center of all dramatic changes whether it be the Crusades or the rise of empires, it has influenced the way that history has