University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Hellenism Revisited
This University of Calgary site defines Hellenism. It also discusses Hellenism and its relationship with Judaism. Descriptions of Maccabees as Hellenists are included.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Development of the Buddha Image
There is significant debate concerning the development of the Buddha image--where it first occurred, why, and when. Broadly speaking, the image of the Buddha emerged during the first few centuries C.E. in two major centers of Indian art...
University Press
University Press: Ancient Greece: Time Periods
Looks at periods in the history of Greece going back to 6000 BC. Covers Neolithic, Early Bronze, Minoan, Mycenaean, Dark Ages, Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic. Each period links to a page of more detailed information.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Science
Overview of the history of science in Greece during the Hellenistic age when Greek culture mingled with Persia and many advancements were made. Teacher resources include worksheets, activities and quizzes.
Other
The Mathematical Elements of Euclid
An extensive discussion of the Elements, which contains all the geometrical knowledge available in the Hellenistic period.
Penn Museum
Penn Museum: Ancient Greek World
Massive site for information on the ancient Greek world. Follow the navigation at the top of the page for detailed sections on time periods, daily life, religion and death, economy, and more. Each section includes pictures of artifacts...
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Alexandria: A Historical Outline
The Hellenic Electronic Center offers extensive information about Alexandria starting with its founding by Alexander to contemporary times. Describes the achievements of the city and its decline because of other sea routes for trade.
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Foundation of the Hellenic World: Hellenic History
A site devoted to presenting the history of Greece all the way back to the Stone Age. Choose which period you want to know more about, then choose English for a translation.
Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Stoic Logic
An extensive discussion of the Stoic beliefs about logic, their advancements in the field of logic, the arguments of the Skeptics and the answers of the Stoics
Smart History
Smarthistory: Petra: Rock Cut Facades
Smarthistory resource allows students to virtually visit the archeological site of Petra. Through informational text, images, and links to virtual tour, students can investigate the history of Petra and its ancient rock carved facades of...
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Ancient Athens 3 D
This website is devoted to documenting the buildings and monuments of Athens from the Mycenaean Period to about 1800 AD. Choose an era and read about the history and structures of that time period. The last section is a complete list of...
Other
Routledge Encyclopedia: Greek Philosophy: Impact on Islamic Philosophy
This article is a discussion of the Greek-Hellenistic philosophy within the Islamic world. Early Islamic philosophers shunned the influence of Greek philosophy; however, over time that view began to change. Certain philosophers hailed...
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Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Islam, Concept of Philosophy
Learn about the development of Islamic philosophy. Discover its origins and the differences between falsafa and hikma, otherwise referred to as the various schools of thought within Islamic philosophy. Peripatetic philosophy is discussed...
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Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Islamic Philosophy
The history of Islamic philosophy is discussed here. Learn how it has developed over time, how it has been influenced by Greek-Hellenistic philosophy, and how it differs according to demographic and region.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Historical Influences on Morality: A Basis for Literary Study
Using this PDF lesson plan, students will get a general overview of the historical span of philosophical thought and how it may have been a product or reaction to the time period. Students will research philosophies and time periods...
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Victor Valley College: Notes on Rome: The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180
A history of the beginnings of the Ancient Roman civilization-- touches on the Greek (Hellenistic) influences in forming the civilization.
Tour Egypt
Tour Egypt: Egypt and the Ptolemaic Dynasty
This site from the Tour Egypt company provides a good, detailed but not too in-depth, history of Egypt and the Ptolemaic Dynasty. The informative is very factual and useful, with links to additional information.
ArtLex
Art Lex: Roman Art
Artlex.com surveys Roman art and artists with text and illustrated examples. Features include links to related terms, concepts, art examples, and the like.
Other
The Ecole Initiative: Stoicism
This site from the University of Evansville provides an extensive look at Stoicism, its background, and the philosophers who influenced this philosophy. Very in-depth and informative, with great information.
Other
Explorable: Ancient Astronomy, Science and the Ancient Greeks
Discusses the influences of other cultures on ancient Greek astronomers, and the advances made by the Greeks. It highlights major astronomers and those who contributed important ideas from the 6th to the 2nd centuries BC, including...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: Alexander the Great
PowerPoint presentation includes 50 slides with pictures, maps and information for students to learn about Alexander the Great's life and conquest.
Other
Homeric Singing: An Approach to the Original Performance
A short, but intersting site that explains the theory as to how the ancient Greeks may have performed their music.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Alexander the Great
Biographical material on the life and times of Alexander the Great informs with text, photos and map, timeline, video and links to related content.
Smart History
Smarthistory: Petra: Urban Metropolis
Smarthistory resource provides a thorough investigation and interpretation of the ancient city and archeological site, Petra. Includes detailed map and a variety of photographs.
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