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    extensive history was a place of patriarchal power, controlled almost entirely by the masculine sphere and association with the Gods. It was a time in history that produced some of the most famous thinkers however they were all men. Women within the Grecian culture where very much the passive sex, confined to housework and almost never educated. It is interesting therefore that the characters that have emerged at the exposure of the phallic philosophical pen still remain as an ally to the feminist movement

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    The Preservation of Grecian Philosophical Documents Was an Important Islamic Contribution to Western Civilization Islamic preservation and translation of the Greek philosophical works of Aristotle, and Plato contributed to the flourishing of Western civilization. Under the direction of Islamic cultural patrons, they translated these vital texts from Greek into other languages. Such actions were significantly contributive to the revival and transmission of these pieces, bringing about their subsequent

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    dripping wet. As the protector of sailors and seamen, his face is covered with perspiration as he tries to reach sinking ships and save men from drowning. Christmas trees are not traditional symbols in Greek homes. Rather, the symbol of Christmas in Grecian homes is a clay bowl with a piece of wire suspended across the top. Hanging from the wire is a sprig of basil tied around a wooden cross, and below the cross, to keep the basil fresh is a bit of holy water. Greek tradition says that during the twelve

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    a multitude of ways that the mind can reach our world. Some ways are seen as more familiar than others. If there are more familiar ways, then there is also a less familiar way. The fine arts such as art are what separates a satirical essay from a Grecian statue. Jeanette Winterson examines what art means to in our larger society and how to learn to truly appreciate and experience art. Winterson has many feelings on how she feels about art and believes other

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    myths surrounding their polytheistic beliefs. Greek Mythology is one of the hallmark focal points in the existence of the Greek culture. Throughout this paper, you will learn about several of these gods and goddesses and their influence on ancient Grecian peoples and culture of today. As we explore these ancient deities we should admire their ability to withstand the hands of time, and their impact on worldwide art, film, novels, and life even today.

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    In the Grecian Golden Age, Greece made many advances in the sciences, philosophy, and the arts. One of their greatest achievements was in drama. Ancient Grecian theatre was hugely important to the Greeks. The ideas found in their plays influenced the common way of thinking. The actual theatre structures were spaces for architects and sculptors of the time to show off their superb talent. Modern historians studying the ruins and ancient texts of Greece frequently come across the fingerprint that theatre

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    Brains over Brawn The Grecian myths from Mythology and You demonstrate that the ancient Greeks valued strategy and guile above brute physical strength. This is especially apparent in the myth of the War Between the Titans and the Gods. The Titans and Gods were equally matched in strength so they were locked in a stalemate until the Gods used clever strategizing to help them achieve victory: “Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades were delighted to help her since they would be helping themselves at the same time

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    Women: At the Bottom of the Grecian Man-Pyramid Listening and reading a great deal of Greek Mythology I often found myself asking what about the ladies? Well, re-reading these myths and looking past the epic heroes, I at first did not see how Greek mythology certainly undermined women and as a society were very misogynistic. Women were forcefully resting at the bottom of their man-pyramid due to the Greeks patriarchal way of thinking. In the Grecian myths women were pushed down the power hierarchy

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    Chaucer's Grecian Satire of Chivalrous Knighthood Chivalry, a honorable and noble code of conduct developed by knighthood for knighthood. It was a set of rules and morals for knights to adhere to and follow, and it was developed in the middle ages in the years 1170 through 1220. But by the time Chaucer wrote the Canterbury tales in the year 1400 chivalry's light was beginning wane. And perhaps Chaucer's story had something to do with its decline because, when Chaucer tells the Knights tail his story

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    There are many areas in today’s society that reflect empires from early in human history. Much influence can be found from the Roman and Grecian empires, more than from any other sources. The basic forming of our own government can be traced back to the ideals that formed the Roman and Greek governments, paying attention their strengths and also to what caused the demise of those societies as well. (teachergenius.teachtci.com) Let us examine the Roman influences and facts first. Roman Governmental

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