hellenism

Meanings

• noun

  A historical period in Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region, lasting from around 800 BCE to 146 BCE, characterized by the spread of Greek culture and language.

  - "The Hellenistic period saw the rise of many great Greek cities, such as Alexandria and Pergamon."
  - "Hellenism influenced European culture long after its decline, leaving a lasting impact on art, philosophy, and politics."

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Variants

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Hellenism , Hellenisms

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'Hellas', meaning 'Greece'. Hellenism refers specifically to the cultural and linguistic influences of ancient Greece.

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Trivia

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1. The Hellenistic period is sometimes referred to as the 'Age of Pericles', after the famous Athenian statesman who oversaw the construction of many of Athens' most famous buildings.

2. The famous Library of Alexandria, one of the greatest intellectual achievements of the ancient world, was located in a city that was a center of Hellenistic culture.

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1. Hellenistic art: A style of art that emerged during the Hellenistic period, characterized by its focus on realism, naturalism, and emotion. Hellenistic art often depicted gods and heroes in human form, and was influenced by Eastern art and culture.

2. Hellenistic cities: Cities that emerged during the Hellenistic period, characterized by their grand scale, advanced infrastructure, and cultural and intellectual achievements. Examples include Alexandria, Pergamon, and Antioch.

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Culture

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Hellenism is closely associated with the Greek civilization and the spread of its culture, language, and ideas throughout the Mediterranean world. It is characterized by advances in philosophy, art, literature, and science. Many famous philosophers, such as Aristotle and Plato, emerged during this period.

How to Memorize "hellenism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a map of the Mediterranean region during the Hellenistic period, with all the major Greek cities marked.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'Hellenism' with the idea of the spread of Greek culture and language throughout the Mediterranean world.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'GREEK' to help remember the key aspects of Hellenism: 'G' for Greek civilization, 'R' for the rise of philosophy, 'E' for the emphasis on realism in art, 'E' for the expansion of Greek influence, and 'K' for the key figures of the period such as Aristotle and Plato.

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