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Attila the Hun

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 10-Mar-2023 14:29:34

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Introduction Huns were a confederation of Eurasian tribes with a Turkic-speaking elite who first arrived in Europe in the fourth century, their origins have long been a matter of controversy. Due to their combat prowess, exceptional mobility, and weapons like the Hun bow, they beat their rivals militarily. From 434 until 453 AD, Attila, also known as Flagellum Dei (Latin for "Scourge of God"), ruled the Huns (ruling jointly with his elder brother Bleda until 445). He was one of the most fearsome barbarian tyrants to attack the Roman Empire, and before he conquered Gaul and Italy, he first established ... Read More

Atreus

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 10-Mar-2023 12:28:13

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Introduction Atreus is a legendary Greek hero who was the son of King Agamemnon and the prince of Mycenae. He is best known for being the father of the renowned hero, Achilles. In Greek mythology, Atreus was a brave and courageous warrior who was renowned for his strength and valour. He was also a wise and just ruler who was respected by his people. Atreus was born with a strong sense of justice and a deep loyalty to his father and family. He was known for his wisdom and courage, and he was also an excellent archer and hunter. ... Read More

Attalid Dynasty

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 10-Mar-2023 12:18:08

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Introduction The Attalid dynasty was an influential Hellenistic kingdom that ruled the city of Pergamon from 241 BC to 133 BC. During their rule, the city rose to become a major centre of culture, trade, and art in the ancient world. The Attalids were known for their impressive library, the great Temple of Zeus, and for their patronage of the arts and sciences. Red Basilica in the Ancient Greek City of Pergamon Philetaerus: Founder of the Empire Philetaerus was an ambitious and enterprising leader who founded the Attalid Dynasty in 241 BCE. He was a general of the ... Read More

Audiencia

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 10-Mar-2023 11:54:45

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Introduction The Audiencia court was an essential part of the Spanish Empire, established in the late fifteenth century, to manage Spanish law, provide justice, and maintain order in the colonies. It was responsible for overseeing justice, taxation, public works, and other matters related to the growth of colonial society. Audiencia is a Spanish phrase that refers to a court or tribunal in Spanish colonies in the Americas. Throughout the Medieval Ages, Spain also employed it. It is a legal organisation that the Spanish monarch established to provide justice to the citizens of its colonies. The major institution in charge of ... Read More

Augsburg Confession

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 10-Mar-2023 11:43:39

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Introduction The Augsburg Confession, also known as the Confessio Augustana, was a key text of the Protestant Reformation and the Lutheran Church. Philipp Melanchthon, a key player in the Reformation, wrote it in 1530 at the request of the German Lutheran princes and towns. During the Diet of Augsburg, the Confession was delivered to Holy Roman Emperor Charles V and went on to play a significant role in the development of Lutheranism, currently the biggest Protestant denomination. Reformation, Division, and Diet of Augsburg The Augsburg Confession was created in reaction to the Reformation, a time of political and ... Read More

Avesta

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 10-Mar-2023 11:32:44

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Introduction Avesta is a collection of religious texts composed by Zarathustra, the ancient Iranian prophet, and his followers. This collection includes the Yasna, Yashts, Vispered, Vendidad, and Khorda Avesta texts. The Avesta is the primary source of Zoroastrian beliefs and represents a major component of the Zoroastrian religion. Avesta is called ‘the Bible of Zoroaster’. It is believed that the Avesta was written in the Avestan language, which is a Middle Iranian language. The texts are largely composed in verse form and provide a unique insight into the ancient Iranian religious and cultural traditions. Sign of Zoroastrianism Zoroaster & ... Read More

Aulos

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 13-Mar-2023 11:26:03

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Introduction The aulos is a wind instrument that was utilized in ancient Greek opera. It was also identified by the designations of the materials needed to create its components, a reed as well as a Libyan lotus plant, accordingly, the kalamos and libykos lotos. All festivities hosted in order to honor Dionysus in Ancient Greece incorporated the aulos as the main wind instrument. In addition to the pipe, there are also a few holes in the side, similar to modern flute. The beat was often furnished by performers who were commonly hired for a multitude of municipal functions. ... Read More

August Decrees

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 13-Mar-2023 11:21:17

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Introduction The National Assembly passed the August Decrees on August 4, 1789, ending the feudal system that had existed since the Middle Ages. The abolition of feudalism in France was a watershed moment in French history, ushering in the modern age. The French monarchy ended with this event, and the French Republic came into being. The demands of the people, who had risen up in the French Revolution and were asking for dramatic reforms, were directly addressed by the August Decrees. Feudal privileges, noble privileges, and seigneurial rights were all abolished by the decrees. This action not only altered ... Read More

Arsinoe II Philadelphus

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 15-Mar-2023 16:46:11

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IntroductionPharaoh Ptolemy, I Soter developed the Hellenistic Republic of Egypt. His second bride Berenice I of Egypt had a daughter named Arsinoe. She played a significant role in ritual and public layout together with her brother, worked as a spiritual and expressive patron, and attended the Egyptian and Greek religions that her brother had constructed for them. Her purpose as empress was astounding in the monarchy at the period and acted as a guide for later Ptolemaic mistresses. Early life She may have been born in Memphis, but Alexandria, a new city, was where she had been developed. She earned approximately ... Read More

Artaxerxes II

Praveen Varghese Thomas
Updated on 15-Mar-2023 16:38:24

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IntroductionArtaxerxes II, also known as Artaxerxes the Great, was one of the most powerful and influential kings of the ancient Persian Empire. During his reign from 404 BC to 358 BC, he expanded the empire's territory through military campaigns, solidified its power through political alliances, and left a lasting impact on Persian history. One of Artaxerxes II's most significant accomplishments was his role in rebuilding the empire after a period of instability and civil war. Name and Etymology His name, Artaxerxes, is derived from the Old Persian words “Arta” meaning “truth” and “Xerxes” meaning “ruler” or “king”. This name was ... Read More

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