Schiefer-Lesson 7 Writing Assignment

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1. The stories of Aeneas and Romulus are found in Roman mythology, and they take place in the following chronological order: The Trojan hero Aeneas escaped when Troy was destroyed (about 1200 BCE), and he eventually made it to Italy in the 12th century BCE. His narrative is contained in Virgil's "Aeneid." Romulus and Remus, the legendary twins, founded Rome in 753 BCE. Because of his contribution to the development of Rome, the Greek hero Evander is renowned. He combined Greek and Trojan elements to form Pallantium. His union with Aeneas represents the mythical beginnings of Rome and shows how stories from different eras and civilizations contributed to the city's legendary past. 2. Rome employed a process known as "syncretism" to blend various traditions into a single narrative. Romans were adept in adopting and modifying ideas and practices from other cultures, such as Greek mythology and Etruscan customs, into their own. They regularly compared other deities to their own, creating the impression of continuity. By utilizing a syncretic approach, Rome was able to forge a cohesive cultural and theological framework, which contributed to the endurance and longevity of the Roman civilization. 3. Palatine Hill: The city of Rome is claimed to have been founded on this hill in 753 BCE by Romulus, one of the city's twin founders. Capitoline Hill: The god Jupiter is associated with the Capitoline Hill. On this hill, the Capitoline Temple (Jupiter Optimus Maximus) had a tremendous impact on Roman civic and religious life. 4. The Romulus and Remus myth is one of the most important etymological myths in Roman history. It offers insight into Roman culture and institutions in two ways. The first is that it supports the notion of divine law and sovereignty of the Roman people, which would be a model for Roman emperors and rulers in the future. The second is that the myth centers on fratricide, which reflects Roman society’s martial values and its importance of conquest. This is because Rome was an empire at the time, and military leadership was an important part of its expansionist history. 5. The use of legends and myths in defining national identity wasn’t a myth to the Romans; in fact, in ancient societies, legends were the norm. Legends provided people with a sense of a common history and a shared sense of destiny. In our modern age, we often seek historical accuracy in every aspect of our lives. However, some elements of legend remain in our national identity. Many nations have foundational figures or events surrounded by legends and folklore. For instance, George Washington was surrounded by legends in the US, or King Arthur in the UK. These myths are powerful symbols of identity, even if they aren’t 100% historically correct. In the end, a nation’s identity is a blend of past, present and myth. It develops over time to mirror contemporary values and narratives.
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