Sumerian Civilization
9 articles tagged with "Sumerian Civilization"
The End of Ur: Transition from Early Sumerian Civilization to a Multi-Civilizational World
Explore the fall of Ur in 2000 BC marking end of Sumerian dominance, start of multi-civilizational era in Mesopotamia.
Sumerian Civilization: Urban Growth and Technological Innovations
Explore Sumerian civilization's urban growth and technological innovations from 4500-1900 BCE, shaping Mesopotamia with advanced construction, pottery wheels, transportation systems, and metallurgy.
Sumerian Technological and Cultural Innovations
Explore the Sumerians' profound influence on later civilizations through technological and legal innovations like cuneiform writing and positional notation.
Marriage Practices in Early Sumerian Society
Explore the marriage practices of early Sumerian society, marked by patriarchy yet offering unique legal protections for women compared to later Near-Eastern cultures.
Sumerian Art: Early Portraits and Ritual Scenes
Explore detailed human likenesses in early Sumerian art, reflecting social hierarchies and religious practices around 4500-1800 BCE.
The Emergence of Mesopotamian Pantheon in Early Sumer
Explore how a structured pantheon emerged in Mesopotamia around 2250 BC, reflecting societal hierarchy and influencing religion.
Sumerian Religious Influence on Later Civilizations
Explore the impact of Sumerian religious ideas on later Near Eastern civilizations through key texts and cultural centers.
Early Mesopotamia and the Rise of Pottery Production
Early Mesopotamia's pottery evolution marks societal changes from small settlements to urban centers with specialized craftspeople.
Emergence of Urban Civilization in Southern Mesopotamia
Discover how southern Mesopotamia evolved from Neolithic villages to complex urban centers with writing, ziggurats, and social stratification.