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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Hellenistic Kingdoms The Hellenistic period is said to extend from the reign of Alexander the Great to the throne of Macedon in 336 B.C. to the death of Cleopatra VII of Egypt in 30 B.C. Its beginning is marked by Alexander’s successful invasion of the Persian Empire and its end by the division of the Middle East between Rome and the new Iranian-ruled kingdom of Parthia. For much of the intervening three hundred years the territory of the former Persian Empire was dominated by a series of
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The Hellenistic Age or Hellenistic World was an age where Greek and conquered cultures integrated together. It made a huge impact on society by the spreading and diffusion of cultures‚ the East meeting the West. The important lesson in this era was the lesson in change and continuity. It was also a period of uncertainty which the Greeks slowly learned to adapt to. However‚ Alexander the Great’s conquests had remarkable effect on the civilizations during this time as well. Alexander‚ along with his
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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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ended in war‚ then the dominant polies jockeyed for prominence—first Sparta‚ Thebes‚ and then Athens (Coffin). Since the Classical period was coming to and end‚ the Hellenistic era was beginning. At this point‚ according to our historical findings‚ the Hellenistic period began‚ and ran for about three hundred years. Precisely‚ the Hellenistic period began with the defeat of the Greek city-states by Philip and Alexander in 338 BC‚ and ended with the Battle of Actium in 31 BC‚ when Caesar Augustus defeated
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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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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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amazing art pieces that have changed the world. One that stands out among them is the sculpture Venus de Milo which is known to be Aphrodite‚ the Greek goddess of love and beauty. It is believed to be created by Alexander of Antioch during the Hellenistic Greek time period from 150-125 BCE. Prior to its discovery it is known to have had arms with the left one holding an apple above eye level‚ while the right arm is believed to have been draped along the torso with the hand resting on the left knee
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SUMMARY OF THE FOUR HELLENISTIC PHILOSOPHIES STOICISM: The key philosopher for stoicism was Zeno of Cyprus (335-263 B.C). The Stoics sought a disciplined simple life modeled after nature. They tried to control their emotions and avoided excesses. They believed that senses and reason alone reveal the truth. They believed that everyone had a divine spark‚ thus everyone was equal. They also believed that citizens should pay an active role in public affairs since the world is like a great city. Today
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Alex Nguyen Sec 25 Influences of Alexander the Great In the span of twelve years‚ the Macedonian king Alexander the Great conquered a vast empire stretching from Greece to modern day Pakistan‚ consuming the great Persian empire and absorbing many smaller kingdoms in the process. Alexander was a headstrong‚ violent‚ extremely brave‚ politically cunning‚ and gifted leader who was loved by his men. Very few individuals throughout history have affected the world to such an extent as he. This essay
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