Essays On Ancient Greece

The Pisistratid tyranny was important for the development of Athens as Pisistratus got the Athenian people to be more concerned in their own affairs then to be bothered by the government. However they did get a say in matters, one reason Pisistratus was so successful was because he kept Solons reforms intact. He could have, […]

During the year 430 B.C., the words spoken by Pericles in his influential Funeral Oration are not precisely known. Although the purpose, meaning, and eloquence of C remains unknown, his good friend Thucydides captured it. Pericles’ speeches were typically presented annually to pay homage to the many soldiers who lost their lives during Athens’ numerous […]

There is a tremendous amount of artwork from classical societies that still inspires artists and art enthusiasts today. Art can reveal an extensive amount of information regarding the culture of the society from which it was created. To analyze artwork in relation to the culture of the society, the artwork must be studied in a […]

Rome accomplished a major political accomplishment by going beyond the narrow viewpoint of city-states and forming an international province that united the varied states of the Mediterranean region. To do so, Rome overcame the limitations of city-state mentality and instituted a comprehensive system of laws and citizenship throughout its empire. Instead of theory, the leader […]

A common notion is that Alexander the Great was responsible for the spread of Greek culture in the first instance, which is only partly true. He did not properly belong to the Greek culture, being a prince of Macedonia, which the Greeks considered to be a barbaric northern province. He was however tutored by the […]

The Hoplite is likely the first thing that comes to mind when talking about warfare in the Ancient Greek world. The history of hoplite warfare in the Aegean is often overlooked in discussions of Ancient warfare, particularly in relation to Greece’s western neighbors, who would later dominate European history for several centuries. As a result, […]

The ancient Greeks contributed greatly to the Western Civilization, introducing revolutionary advancements in technology, architecture, drama, science, philosophy, mathematics, and government. Their democratic government, created around 500 to 300 BC by intellectual and creative individuals, introduced a new style of leadership, giving everyone a voice. Famous Greek philosophers altered the way people thought about life […]

Making thoughtless comments can have negative consequences on friendships and cause anger. It is best to keep personal thoughts private and carefully consider any criticism before sharing it. However, the actions of Aristocrat, a Persian satrap in the early 5th century BCE, had a significant impact on history. In the ancient world, Persia was a […]

Persia and Greece were beautiful and prosperous empires and where the most influential of their time. In this essay I will talk about the two main empires’ political structures and their economy and I will also state similarities and differences between the two empires. The two empires’ political structures might have varied greatly but their […]

Only 34 years after Solon had formulated his code of law in Athens Peisistratus, in 561BC, set himself outside of the constitution and became tyrant. During the period of the Peisistratid tyranny the city of Athens flourished. Economically the city was prosperous, it also gained prestige from the newly built civic and religious buildings. Abroad […]

Themistocles was responsible for the Greek victory in the Persian wars to a considerable extent. The key to Athens’ strength in the 5th Century BC was in this general and statesman and therefore, as Greek victory relied so heavily on Athens, Themistocles vitally contributed to the outcome of the Persian king’s invasion of 480-479 BC. […]

Socrates and Aristotle were both Greek philosophers who contributed philosophies. Socrates believed that all people contained real knowledge within them and that self critical examination was needed to bring this knowledge out. Socrates once stated, “The unexamined life is not worth living. ” In this philosophical idea, Socrates is suggesting that an individual, who chooses […]

Ancient Greece and Ancient China have many similarities and differences. A similarity between the two ancient civilizations is how they socially treated their women, while a difference is how their economy was handled due to the different trade systems. Another difference between the two societies was the way they ran their political systems. The ancient […]

Han Xueyuan The Bronze Statue from Artemision The Bronze Statue from Artemision is made in Transition period and probably in Attica. It is made of bronze and depicts a naked man. As a result of its provenance and subject mater, scholars have debated whether the Bronze Statue from Artemision portrays an athlete or a god. […]

At the outset of this answer one important generalization should be made which is that, at all times and in all places the Greek world relied on some form (or forms) of dependent labor to meet its ends, both public and private. This means that dependent labor was essential, in a significant measure, if the […]

“Sport has a unique and irreplaceable capacity to unite people, going far beyond ethnic, religious or social differences. I am convinced that sport can be at the long-term service of peace” HASH Prince Albert II of Monaco In Ancient Greece, a series of competitions were held every four years between representatives of several city-states and […]

The teachings of Buddha emphasize that desire leads to suffering in life and that ending desire can eliminate this suffering. Enlightenment, which is attained through right conduct, meditation, and other practices, can liberate individuals from desire, suffering, and the cycle of rebirth. In relation to the Byzantine Empire, Constantinople had a population exceeding one million […]

This research paper investigates the impact of literature on Greek Theatre, from its origins to the modifications made throughout history. According to literature, Greek Theatre has had a significant influence on theatrical cultures worldwide and on social culture, particularly in the West. This art form was shaped by numerous individuals who made lasting contributions thousands […]

Dionysus was the son of Zeus, the king of the gods, and Semele, the daughter of King Cadmus of Thebes, and he was the last god that became an Olympian. Dionysus had an unusual birth which caused him to have some problems about fitting into the Olympian Pantheon. In fact, the problem lies behind the […]

“Kings had always been involving and impoverishing their people in wars, pretending generally, if not always, that the good of the people was the object” – Abraham Lincoln. The Persian Wars were a series of destructive and malevolent battles which occurred in the time frame of 490B. C and 480 – 479B. C. The Greek […]

The seven wonders of the ancient world are extraordinary displays of art and architecture, demonstrating humanity’s limitless imagination and inventive prowess. These wonders symbolize mankind’s capacity for both creation and destruction, as well as embellishment and improvement. The Ancient Greeks had a special affinity for compiling inventories of awe-inspiring structures predominantly located within their own […]

Tennis is a sport that involves the use of a racket. A game can occur between two two-player teams (doubles) or one individual against another (singles). A player employs a tennis racket strung with cords to hit a hollow ball that is made of rubber and encased in felt over a net into the court […]