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Ancient Civilizations

This comprehensive overview delves into the rich tapestry of ancient civilizations, starting with the Paleolithic period (40,000-8,000 BCE) marked by hunter-gatherers and captivating cave paintings in Western Europe, including the renowned Lascaux Cave. Transitioning to Ancient Egypt (8,000 BCE-300 BCE), we explore its monumental architecture, religious practices, and artistic expressions such as tomb paintings and sculptures that reflect a deep reverence for the afterlife. We also examine Mesopotamia (8,000 BCE-300 BCE), focusing on its unique deities, architectural wonders like ziggurats, and musical heritage. The journey culminates with the Hebrews, their significance in Israel, and the cultural values reflected in their traditions and art.

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Ancient Civilizations

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  1. Ancient Civilizations Paleolithic, Egypt, Mesopotamia & the Hebrews

  2. Paleolithic40,000-8,000 BCE • “Stone age” • Hunter-gatherers

  3. Geographic Location • Worldwide • Cave Paintings found mostly in W. Europe • Megalithic Structures also W. Europe

  4. Philosophical Beliefs • Polytheism (many gods) • Fertility deities • Nature gods • Venus of Willendorf

  5. Art • Lascaux Cave-France • Paleolithic Times • 15000 BCE

  6. Ancient Egypt • 8000 BCE-300 BCE • Location: Modern day Egypt & Sudan (North Africa)

  7. Egyptian Religion

  8. Egyptian Tomb Painting

  9. Assignment • Draw your own tomb painting in Egyptian style • Include three “fun” (but appropriate for school) activities you would like to do in the afterlife • Use Egyptian-style figures • You have 10 minutes

  10. Egyptian Sculpture

  11. King Tut’s Treasures (Egyptian)

  12. Egyptian Architecture: Pyramids

  13. Egyptian Architecture: Temples

  14. Egyptian Music: Sistrum

  15. Mesopotamia • 8000 BCE-300 BCE • Location: Modern-day Iraq

  16. Mesopotamian Religion http://hum.lss.wisc.edu/~mfox/Religions%20of%20the%20ANE/Mesopotamia/Gods_and_Monsters.htm

  17. Mesopotamia: Lamassu

  18. Mesopotamia: Treasures from Ur

  19. Mesopotamian Architecture:Ziggurats

  20. Mesopotamian Music: the Lyre

  21. The Hebrews • 8000 BCE-present • Location: Modern-day Israel

  22. The “Graven Image” concept Notice there’s NO pictures here!

  23. Hebrews: ReligionJudaism

  24. Ancient Hebrews: Art

  25. Hebrews: ArtSeder Plates

  26. Ancient Hebrews: First & Second Temples in Jerusalem

  27. Ark of the Covenant

  28. Ancient Hebrews: Music Shofar

  29. Ancient Hebrews: DanceHava Naguila (aka Hora)Folk DancePurpose: Social

  30. Hebrews Exit Slip • Explain two ways the Hava Naguila dance reflects the values of the Hebrews’ culture.

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