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Hieratic symbols where simpler for everyday use. It was a cursive form of writing created by simplifying the shapes of the Hieroglyphs. But over time they got replaced with demonic over time. 2. Hieroglyphic and Hieratic writing developed concurrently and independently of one another. They were closely related, though the exact nature of their relationship is unknown. There is little evidence to suggest that one descended from the other, but it is probable that they were mutually influential.…

Whether you know a lot about Egypt or very little, they provide our society today with fascinating clues to the past. Very advanced in agriculture and having further knowledge of the Nile River, the Ancient Egyptians thought they would be invincible forever. However, that didn’t last long until it all came to a halting stop. Agriculture was the foundation of early success for the Ancient Egyptians when they first emerged. New irrigation methods were spread across the land, such as the building…

As I read both readings I was intrigued as they both focused on ancient cities and states and their developments. In the article Order, Legitimacy, and Wealth in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, by John Baines and Norman Yoffee they compare the differences in civilizations between Egypt and Mesopotamia. Later on I will explain what Baines and Yoffee mean by the terms they used to help us understand how ancient states developed and endured. Bruce G. Trigger explains the many distinctions between…

Gilgamesh epic was composed in the period of the Sumerians, the region located in Mesopotamia. It is the first literature of humanity. It etched on clay tablets. The epic is believed as the originate legends and poems of Sumerian. It talked about semimythical Sumerian king, a hero named Gilgamesh, the ruler of the ancient city of Uruk. He was a proud man and leaded him to offend the gods. The god wanted to punish him and sent a half-man half-beast, Enkidu, to destroy him. Instead of killing the…

The most powerful person was the Pharaoh The Pharaoh represented the gods on earth Many Pharaohs went to war when their land was threatened or when they wanted to control foreign countries If the pharaoh won the battle, the conquered people had to recognize the Egyptian pharaoh as their ruler and offer him there finest goods that they have. Egypt was the first to be ruled by the Pharaoh The pharaoh was the supreme leader of not only the government but also the religion The vizier was the Chief…

Ancient Near East is a general term that holds geographical territory, religion beliefs and living conditions of early civilizations established within a region roughly corresponding to the modern Middle East five thousand years ago: Mesopotamia and Egypt. These Ancient Eastern civilizations are considered the cradle of modern civilization; they were the origin of many civilization features as agriculture practice, empires, law codes, social stratification, urbanism and writing system.…

Aug. 1st is lughnasadh or lammas it is a pagan celebration where pagans bring in the beginning of the harvest season It's also a day for honoring Lugh, the Celtic craftsman god. Some of the gods and goddess where: Adonis: Adonis was a god of the dying summer vegetation. In many stories, he dies and is later reborn, much like Attis and Tammuz. Attis: his stories often deal with the theme of rebirth and regeneration. Ceres : she was a mother-type goddess who was responsible for agricultural…

Throughout the history of western civilization, early civilizations started from gathering plants and hunting animals to now living urban in modern life. With the development of agriculture, there was also change in civilizations. Two of the main early civilizations were Mesopotamia and Egypt. With similar cultures, both civilizations had their differences dealing with subjects such as geography to culture. Mesopotamia was known as the land “between the rivers”. The early civilizations were the…

Amazing Ancient Civilizations Whenever one thinks about amazing ancient civilizations, Egypt and Mesopotamia may come to mind. Both blossomed into successful realms that exchanged revolutionary ideas. These cultures were important because of the enormous amount of power and influence they had on future technology, due to the advanced inventions they had developed; however, while they maintained similar governments and religions, they were also very distinct in these areas as well. In terms of…

1. In the Old Stone Age animals were hunted and fished for food and the skins were used for clothing. In the Middle Stone Age animals were domesticated. In the New Stone Age they raised animals and learned to weave baskets, make clothing from plant fibers and wool, and make clay pots. 2. Mountain ranges prevented China from having contact with other cultures but also kept the enemies away. 3. Gilgamesh built a wall around his city for defense against attacks. 4. Yu responded to the Chinese…