Classical Antiquity
5 articles tagged with "Classical Antiquity"
Change of Emphasis: Medieval and Renaissance Views of Antiquity
Explore the shift from medieval religious views to Renaissance humanist perspectives on ancient history and culture.
The Myth of the Renaissance
Explore the mythic nature of the Renaissance, a period marked by humanist thought and classical revival, but also deeply rooted in medieval scholasticism.
Cultural Diversity in Antiquity: The Fragmentation of Civilizations
Explore how civilizations fragmented into distinct cultures by AD 500 through urbanization, trade, and imperial expansion.
Gregory the Great: The Emergence of Medieval Papacy
Gregory the Great's pontificate (590-604) bridged classical antiquity and medieval Europe, integrating monastic traditions with Roman governance.
Greek Identity and Hellenism in Classical Antiquity
Explore how Hellenism shaped Greek identity through shared culture and language amidst political fragmentation and external threats.