Ancient Greek History

Ancient Egyptians developed a writing system based on pictures, known as hieroglyphics. The difference between cuneiform and hieroglyphics was hieroglyphics stood not only for ideas or objects, but also sounds. According to document four, Egyptians also created papyrus, the first paper, in order to keep records.

In Ancient times written languages had been some of the tools that they used to communicate. “The designation ‘hieroglyphics’ is a Greek word; the Egyptians referred to their writing as medu-netjer ‘the god’s words’, as they believed writing had been given to them by the great god Thoth” (Mark). The Egyptians believed that hieroglyphics were given to them as a special gifts from their god. Another thing is that they used hieroglyphics to represent their

The history of the Egyptian writing system is somewhat unique due to how much it evolved over the millennia that the empire existed. They alone utilized papyrus to write upon. However, like the Sumerians, the Egyptians also developed a pictogram based language. Any given pictogram represented what it stood for in real life. A fish symbol meant “fish” or a boat meant “boat.” Then, as time progressed the pictogram language became more advanced and single

Linear B- a script found on clay tablets, uses pictorial signs to represent syllables, is recognized as an early form of Greek, kept track of people, animals and objects in extreme detail, government kept track and organized the production of grain and wool, tablets say nothing of individual people not even kings, very little about political and legal systems, social structures, gender relations and religious beliefs, (73)

The Phoenicians were the first civilization to use a syllabic alphabet (Peckman 2014:3). Their alphabet originated from the Egyptian hieroglyphic writing system of the Canaanite writing system (Peckman 2014:3). The Phoenicians created their alphabet by borrowing consonants, vowels, syllables, and other characters/symbols from other Mediterranean civilizations (Peckman 2014:3). This alphabet was invented to be easily learned to anyone living in the Mediterranean (Peckman 2014:3). Unlike Egyptian hieroglyphics, the Phoenicians created their own writing system because they wanted to communicate with other traders in their city-states as simple as possible. By assembling the letters in a specific order, the reader did not need to interpret a concept represented by a hieroglyphic (Peckman 2014:3). This alphabet allowed the Phoenicians to create a message with a specific code that always stayed the same and had the same meaning to other people who read the message (Peckman 2014:3). An example of the use of the Phoenician alphabet is found in Phillip C. Schmitz’s article Reconsidering a Phoenician Inscribed Amulet from the Vicinity of Tyre. This article features an archaeological analysis of a bronze pendant discovered in the capital of the Phoenician civilization Tyre (Schmitz 2002:816). The bronze pendant features Egyptian hieroglyphics on the front

Consequently, these specialized labor divisions allowed for the trade of textiles and manufactured goods. Comparative analysis of cuneiform tablets and plaques showed the progression of writing and its uses. A cuneiform tablet from 625-605 BC with several lines of inscription shows a clear distinction in the use and quality of the writing. Each character, well defined and carefully inscribed show the improved writing technique.The clay tablet in the envelope, made in the Third Dynasty held information about food or trade and clearly shows an early pottery

(1) In 1801 a French boy named Jean Francis Champillion saw a copy of the Rosetta Stone. One of the most intriguing archaeology finds of all time. (2) Dug up by an Arab worker near the Nile, the strange shaped stone has three bands of writing carved across its highly, polished black surface. (3) One of them bands is written in the script of ancient Greece, another is written in the even ancient Egypt script called hieroglyphics. (4) It's true that many more has been written in Greek than hieroglyphics. (5) Still, there wasn't no one in the world who could read hieroglyphics at that time. (6) Champillion couldn't help dreaming that he would be the first. (7) Six years later, Champillion was the more promising young professor at the university

n ancient egypt they would use hieroglyphics to write down what they did and what is their history .Hieroglyphics were first discovered by the “rosetta stone”. The rosetta stone was discovered by french soldiers in 1799 near the harbor at the coast of egypt .It had took twenty year to be able to translate the stone with three kind of egyptian writing on it. Only scribes can write , because they went to scribe school then they learned to write .

Greece caught my interest because it is a country with myths, traditions, history and living culture. This destination was chosen not only for its incomparable natural beauty, but because it is a magical place, full of discoveries, charm and secrets. I have always been interested in the ancient Greek history. The first time I learned about Greek mythology was in middle school. I enjoyed learning about the Greek Gods such as Zeus, Athena, and Poseidon, the tales would amaze me. Even watching the historical document and movies that recreate the Gods, pursued my interest more. So I wanted to travel to a place of history and myths.

Although I wouldn’t prefer to live in the Greek time I do believe that it is the most interesting because of the intriguing culture, philosophy, plays and literature, and structures. The amount of progress in philosophy and culture makes the Greek era very recognizable and incredibly important for future of the world. Many things can call their start from the Greeks too, such as drama, comedy, modern philosophy, democracy, and the beginning of modern science. While the extravagant temples only exaggerate the magnificent and sturdy buildings the Greeks built and filled with incredible sculptures displaying arete at its finest. These things make the Greeks the most interesting culture for myself to learn and study about.

Greece is one of many countries that have had its vicissitudes that have occurred frequently throughout history. There have been multiple leaders, wars, debts, and losses that have been recorded through history. Although Greece has had its many eras, “Each era has its own related sphere of interest.” (History of Greece). The complications that originated in ancient Greece are now reoccurring in present day to an extent. Fortunately, Greece is a country that is very strong; they are not afraid to fight for what they feel is right. It also helps that Greece stays out of any worldly dilemma that does not have anything to do with them. Of course, there have been times in which Greece has been defeated or taken advantage of, but the country did

There has been much debate among researchers about the presence of formal education in Ancient Israel. There are scholars who believe the development of the linear alphabet led to widespread literacy in Ancient Israel and other parts of the Near East. However, there are others who believe, that while the linear alphabet was less extensive than the previously, pictographic texts used by the Phoenicians and Egyptians, there was still a learning curve which would have taken more than just a few days to learn. Even if it was possible to learn the alphabet in a few days and even be able to read shortly thereafter, it did not necessarily mean a person could write. By looking at the morphology of words and even the use of proper grammar in

It took 10 years to become an Egyptian scribe, this is why only the higher classes could only read and write.

Written Launguage, The writing system of the Egyptians began with pictograms dating back to 6000 BC. Pictograms were simple drawings of the things they represented. other elements were added too. The new elements included alphabet-like characters that represented certain sounds, and many other characters. These allowed the Egyptians to write down abstract things, names and ideas. The writing and record-keeping abilities of the ancient Egyptians were advanced. The ancient Egyptians are renowned for their hieroglyphics, which were a mix of symbols and ideograms (pictures representing whole words).

Is the development of the writing system the most important factor that led to the rise of a civilization? How does our ancestor learned to write when school is not even available? Understand that writing system that I am referring is not the average of using tools such as ink and paper, but more of creative tool that has developed over time. In this essay, I will cover seven points on the importantance of a writing system in the ancient civilization.