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1 greek mythology Ancient Greece Greek mythology had a profound influence on ancient Greek culture and daily life. 14
2 chariot Ancient Greece Chariots were prestigious and popular modes of transport in ancient Greece, utilized in battles and chariot racing at the Olympic Games. 9
3 oracle Ancient Greece Oracle in Ancient Greece were highly respected mediums for divine guidance and prophecy. 8
4 theater Ancient Greece Theater was historically significant in Ancient Greece, with dramatic festivals and enduring playwright legacies. 8
5 corinth Ancient Greece Corinth was a powerful and wealthy ancient Greek city-state known for its military prowess and strategic location. 7
6 agora Ancient Greece The agora was a central public space in ancient Greek city-states for various activities. 6
7 city-states Ancient Greece City-states in Ancient Greece were independent and had their own laws, currencies, and military forces, often engaging in conflicts with one another. 6
8 philosophy Ancient Greece Ancient Greek philosophy was highly valued and foundational to Western thought, with influential figures like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. 6
9 pottery Ancient Greece Ancient Greek pottery served practical and artistic purposes with intricate designs and symbolic motifs. 6
10 columns Ancient Greece Columns are important architectural features in ancient Greek and Roman buildings, symbolizing strength and beauty. 5
11 phalanx Ancient Greece The phalanx was a closely packed military formation used in Ancient Greek warfare for protection and close-rank fighting. 5
12 stentor ancient Greece Stentor was a legendary herald in ancient Greek mythology known for his incredibly powerful voice. 5
13 goddess Ancient Greece Goddesses were highly revered in Ancient Greek and Roman societies, holding significant religious authority. 4
14 lycos Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, 'lycos' symbolized traits of ferocity, strength, and cunning as a reference to a wolf. 4
15 rhetoric Ancient Greece Rhetoric held great importance in Ancient Greek culture for politics, law, education, and public life. 4
16 tyrant ancient Greece In ancient Greece, a tyrant was an oppressive leader who ruled without legal justification after seizing power. 4
17 bronze ancient Greece Ancient Greece commonly used bronze for crafting sculptures, armor, and coins. 3
18 burial sites Ancient Greece Ancient Greeks believed that burial sites were essential for proper funeral rites and passage to the afterlife. 3
19 gladiators Ancient Greece Gladiatorial combat was not a common tradition in Ancient Greece, unlike in the Roman Empire. 3
20 laurel Ancient Greece Laurel was sacred to Apollo and symbolized victory, used to make wreaths for athletes and scholars in Ancient Greece. 3
21 lever Ancient Greece The lever was both a practical tool and held symbolic significance in ancient Greek culture. 3
22 pyxis Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, a pyxis was a small cylindrical box used for storing cosmetics and jewelry. 3
23 slavery Ancient Greece Slavery was common in ancient Greece, with slaves being used for labor, domestic work, and entertainment. 3
24 academy Ancient Greece Ancient Greek and Roman academies were gathering places for philosophers and academics to discuss ideas. 2
25 athletic contests ancient Greece Ancient Greek culture featured athletic contests as a prominent aspect of religious and cultural celebrations, including the ancient Olympic games. 2
26 berenice Ancient Greece The name 'Berenice' was popular among noble women and princesses in ancient Egypt and Greece. 2
27 colossus Ancient Greece The Colossus of Rhodes was a symbol of ancient power dedicated to the sun god Helios in Ancient Greek culture. 2
28 fleet ancient Greece Fleets were important for trade and naval power in ancient Greek culture. 2
29 fulcrum Ancient Greece The concept of fulcrum was an important idea in ancient Greek philosophy and was attributed to Archimedes, relating to early theories of simple machines. 2
30 geometry Ancient Greece Geometry in Ancient Greece heavily influenced mathematics and architecture. 2
31 ilium ancient Greece The concept of ilium holds significance in both anatomy and ancient Greek mythology. 2
32 league Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, leagues were used for political and military alliances and as a unit of distance. 2
33 mars Ancient Greece Mars is associated with deities and mythology, often named after gods of war in Ancient Greek culture. 2
34 peloponnesian war Ancient Greece The Peloponnesian War was a pivotal conflict that shaped the development of city-states and democracy in Ancient Greece. 2
35 perfect numbers Ancient Greece Ancient Greek mathematicians studied and revered perfect numbers as part of number theory. 2
36 poetry Ancient Greece Ancient Greek poetry had great cultural and educational importance, being featured in contests and preserved orally. 2
37 polytheism Ancient Greece Ancient Greek religion was based on the belief in multiple gods and goddesses. 2
38 prime numbers Ancient Greece Prime numbers were of great interest and importance in Ancient Greek mathematics, laying the foundation for number theory. 2
39 sacrifice Ancient Greece Animal sacrifice was a significant aspect of religious rituals in Ancient Greek culture. 2
40 sling Ancient Greece Ancient Greek soldiers commonly used slings as weapons in warfare. 2
41 soma Ancient Greece Soma in Ancient Greece was a sacred drink linked to immortality and used in religious rituals. 2
42 trojan horse ancient Greece Ancient Greeks used a legendary stratagem, the Trojan Horse, to enter Troy by hiding soldiers in a wooden horse. 2
43 victory Ancient Greece Ancient Greeks celebrated victory with processions, statues, and offerings to the gods. 2
44 adulthood rites Ancient Greece Adulthood rites in Ancient Greece involved participating in religious ceremonies and sacrifices to signify reaching adulthood. 1
45 afterlife beliefs Ancient Greece The ancient Greeks believed in an afterlife as an essential component of their religious and cultural traditions. 1
46 ancient currency Ancient Greece Gold and silver coins in ancient Greece symbolized wealth and were used for trade. 1
47 apprenticeship Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, apprenticeship was associated with learning from master craftspeople in fields like shipbuilding and sculpture. 1
48 aquila Ancient Greece The aquila was a powerful and important symbol used by both Roman and Greek armies to represent strength and military prowess. 1
49 asteroids Ancient Greece Ancient Greeks did not incorporate asteroids into their cultural or mythological narratives. 1
50 astronomical calendars Ancient Greece Astronomical calendars in Ancient Greece were used for astrology, mythology, and cultural festivals. 1
51 author Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, authors were highly respected for their great wisdom and intellectual prowess. 1
52 bathing Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, public bathing was a popular social and cleanliness activity, often done in bathing houses and communal baths. 1
53 battle tactics Ancient Greece Ancient Greek battle tactics involved phalanx formations with coordinated shield wall and spear tactics. 1
54 burnt offering Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, burnt offerings were a common religious practice involving the sacrifice and complete burning of animals or items as offerings to deities. 1
55 chemical reaction knowledge Ancient Greece Ancient Greek culture played a crucial role in early metallurgy and chemical processes through knowledge of chemical reactions. 1
56 commander Ancient Greece The concept of a commander in Ancient Greek culture involved a military leader with political influence and a role in governing the state. 1
57 dreadlocks Ancient Greece Dreadlocks in Ancient Greece were historically associated with fierceness, strength, and fearlessness in battle. 1
58 eagle Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, the eagle was a powerful symbol of authority and strength. 1
59 euclidean algorithm Ancient Greece The Euclidean algorithm for finding greatest common divisors was developed by Euclid in ancient Greece. 1
60 flood myth Ancient Greece Ancient Greek flood myth involves gods saving righteous individuals. 1
61 horses Ancient Greece In ancient Greece, horses were highly revered symbols in mythology, art, and Olympic sports, representing power, majesty, and heroism. 1
62 irrational numbers Ancient Greece The discovery of irrational numbers, such as the square root of 2, was a groundbreaking and controversial development in ancient Greek mathematics. 1
63 korephile Ancient Greece In ancient Greece, a korephile is someone fond of young maidens and appreciative of their youthful beauty and innocence. 1
64 lazarus Ancient Greece In Ancient Greek mythology, Lazarus was raised from the dead by the god Asclepius. 1
65 long robes Ancient Greece Long robes were historically worn by citizens in Ancient Greece as a symbol of social status and privilege. 1
66 military strategy Ancient Greece Ancient Greek military strategy emphasizes the use of phalanx formations and strategic positioning in battle. 1
67 nero Ancient Greece Nero was an extravagant and cruel Roman Emperor known for persecuting Christians during Ancient Greek culture. 1
68 non-violence Ancient Greece Non-violence was not a prominent concept in ancient Greek and Norse societies, despite valuing virtues like courage and honor. 1
69 odyssey Ancient Greece The Odyssey is a classic epic poem by Homer, depicting Odysseus' journey after the Trojan War in Ancient Greece. 1
70 papyrus Ancient Greece Papyrus was a historically important writing material used for scrolls and documents in Ancient Greece. 1
71 pyruvate oxidation Ancient Greece Ancient Greeks did not have knowledge of pyruvate oxidation as a scientific process due to lack of understanding of cellular respiration and biochemistry. 1
72 runes Ancient Greece Ancient Greeks did not use runes for divination, as they had their own unique writing system. 1
73 sanctuary Ancient Greece Ancient Greek sanctuaries were sacred spaces dedicated to gods and also served as places of refuge for individuals in need of safety. 1
74 senate Ancient Greece The Senate in Ancient Greece was a council of elders that offered advice and wisdom to the ruling authorities. 1
75 shield Ancient Greece Shields were essential for defense and protection in battles for Ancient Greek soldiers. 1
76 spear Ancient Greece The spear was historically used as a primary weapon in warfare and hunting in Ancient Greece. 1
77 sphinx Ancient Greece The sphinx is a symbol of mystery and wisdom in both ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology. 1
78 spontaneous generation Ancient Greece The concept of spontaneous generation was proposed in Ancient Greece as a natural phenomenon for the origin of life. 1
79 steam engine Ancient Greece The concept of the steam engine was not known or part of historical advancements in Ancient Greece. 1
80 theodora Ancient Greece Theodora was a highly influential and powerful empress in Ancient Greece known for her intelligence and political acumen. 1
81 toga Ancient Greece Ancient Greece did not have a tradition of wearing togas. 1
82 warrior's weapon craftsmanship Ancient Greece In Ancient Greece, warrior's weapons were crafted with intricate detail and considered works of art. 1