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Patriotism in the Ancient World

Written by Ed Whalen, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom While patriotism is associated with the modern world, scholars now believe that it was very common in the Classical world. Patriotism—which can be defined as a love of one’s country that conditions one’s behaviors and beliefs—played a major role in both Roman and Greek society. There, it

Written on July 2, 2021 at 6:45 am, by Whelan

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Categories: Traditions

Tags: Ancient Greek and Roman tradition, Ancient Greek history, Ancient Greek Military History, Ancient Rome, Patriotism, Roman military, traditions

The Evolution of Greek Art, Part 3: Greek Art Throughout History

Written by Lydia Serrant, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom Ancient Greek art and drama was pivotal in the development of artistic expression the world over. From the earliest Archaic Greeks to the masters of the Classical age, the Greeks have produced art that has inspired Western civilization for thousands of years. The Greeks established the foundational

Written on June 11, 2021 at 3:37 pm, by KristinD

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Categories: Art

Tags: Ancient Greek Art, Ancient Greek history, greek art, History

Volcanoes in the Ancient World: Cataclysm and Change

Written by Ed Whalen, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom Volcanic eruptions have had a devastating impact on pre-industrial societies such as the ancient Greeks and Romans. Volcanoes have in fact changed history. Some of the most important eruptions in the history of the Classical world are discussed below. Theran Eruption and the End of Minoan Civilization

Written on March 5, 2021 at 8:30 am, by Whelan

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Categories: Science

Tags: Ancient Greece, Ancient Greek and Roman tradition, Ancient Greek history, ancient history, Cleopatra, Climate, Egypt, Minoans, Politics, volcano, volcanoes

Melissus of Samos: Philosopher and Admiral

Written by Ed Whalen, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom Too often, students of philosophy are only aware of the great names in ancient Greek philosophy. There are many lesser-known philosophers who developed remarkable arguments that are still relevant today. One of these is the somewhat mysterious figure of Melissus of Samos. Not only was he a

Written on February 24, 2021 at 8:09 am, by Whelan

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Categories: Philosophers

Tags: Aegean, Ancient Greek history, Ancient Greek Philosophy, Atomists, Delian League, Eleatic School, Monism

Gift Giving in the Ancient World

Written by Lydia Serrant, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom All cultures have different rituals and expectations around gift giving. Differences in the nature and complexity of gift giving varies across cultures, but most share common origin in early hunter gatherer societies where gift giving was form of social bonding, a conduit for strong tribal connections, and

Written on December 25, 2020 at 8:26 am, by KristinD

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Categories: Culture

Tags: Ancient Greek and Roman tradition, Ancient Greek culture, Ancient Greek history, gifts, international trade, trade

Hellenistic Greece: When the Greeks Ruled the World

Written by Ed Whalen, Contributing Writer, Classical Wisdom The ancient Greek world reached its apex in the Hellenistic era (323-146 BC). Dating from the death of Alexander to the rise of Rome, the period marked the decline of the city-state, the rise of empires, and great achievements in science, art and philosophy. The Early Years of

Written on December 18, 2020 at 9:43 am, by Whelan

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Categories: History

Tags: Ancient Greek history, Hellenism, hellenistic age, hellenistic greek art, hellenistic philosophy

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