Period 2: organization & reorganization of human societies, C. 600 Bce to c. 600 Ce key Concept 1 The Development & Codification of Religious & Cultural Traditions
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PERIOD 2: ORGANIZATION & REORGANIZATION OF HUMAN SOCIETIES, C. 600 BCE TO C. 600 CE Key Concept 2.1 The Development & Codification of Religious & Cultural Traditions Codifications of existing religious traditions led to a bond among the people, ethical code to live by Judaism developed - monotheism Influenced by Mesopotamian culture and legal traditions Conquered by political states, led to diaspora communities Sanskrit scriptures formed Hinduism New belief systems emerged and spread, often asserting universal truths Buddhism Developed out of Hinduism Spread 1st through Mauryan emperor Ashoka, then through missionaries and merchants Confucianism Developed from teachings of late Zhou era philosopher Confucius Sought to promote social harmony by outlining proper rituals and social relationships for all people in China Daoism Developed from teachings of Laozi (Lao Tsu) Focused on harmony, balance Influence on Chinese culture: medical theories & practices, poetry, metallurgy, architecture Christianity Developed out of Judaism, initially rejected Roman & Hellenistic influences Pax Romana allowed for rapid spread by missionaries/merchants throughout Afro-Eurasia Greco-Roman philosophy and science Logic & empirical observation Nature of political power and hierarchy Belief systems affected gender roles Buddhism & Catholicism encouraged monastic life Confucianism emphasized filial piety Other religions/traditions continued parallel to written belief systems Shamanism & animism Ancestor veneration (know examples from Africa, Mediterranean region, East Asia, Andean areas) Artistic expressions, including literature & drama, architecture, and sculpture Literature & drama (Greek plays, Indian epics) Indian, Greek, Mesoamerican, Roman architectural styles Greco-Roman sculpture, syncretism with Buddhism Directory: cms -> lib07 -> WA01920133 -> Centricity -> Domain -> 940 940 -> Hints for better Compare and Contrast Writing 940 -> 0708 ap world History – Ch. 5 and 6 Study Guide and Quiz Corrections 16. Explain Zoroastrianism. C 940 -> Unit 1 /2 – 8000 bce – 600 bce, 600 bce – 600 ce Africa 940 -> Period 6: Accelerating Global Change & Realignments, c. 1900 to present Key Concept 1 Science & the Environment 940 -> Write a brief half-page/page comparison of the movie and what the history books say is the movie true to life? 940 -> Ap world History Summer Assignment #1 – Guns, Germs, and Steel I. Reading Assignment 940 -> Political: Rise to Power: Characteristics: Military Bureaucracies Administration Key figure heads 940 -> Spain want to get involved and take colonies as well Share with your friends:
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