Hellenistic Period

Era following Alexander the Great’s death.

Hellenistic Era

The Hellenistic Period (roughly 323 BCE – 31 BCE) marks the era following Alexander the Great’s death. Characterized by widespread cultural diffusion of Greek language and ideas across a vast territory, it witnessed significant advancements in science, philosophy, art, and architecture as Greek culture blended with those of Egypt, Persia, and other conquered regions.

Etymology

The Hellenistic Period derives from 'Hellas,' the Greek name for Greece, and '-istic' denoting a system or practice.

Explain Like I’m 5

The Hellenistic Period was a time when Greek culture spread across a large empire after Alexander the Great's conquests, mixing with other cultures like Egyptian and Persian.

Fun Facts

Alexandria in Egypt became a major center of learning and culture during this period
The Library of Alexandria was one of the largest and most significant libraries in the ancient world
Hellenistic kingdoms emerged after Alexander's death, including Ptolemaic Egypt and Seleucid Empire

FAQ

What is the Hellenistic Period? It was the period following Alexander the Great's death, roughly from 323 BCE to 31 BCE
Who was affected by it? Greek culture spread across a large empire, influencing Egypt, Persia and other regions
What is Hellenistic art? It combined Greek artistic styles with influences from the cultures it encountered

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Ancient history Classical period

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Ptolemaic Kingdom Seleucid Empire Antigonid dynasty

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Ancient Greece Roman Empire

Indexes

ancient Greek literature cultural influence historical period medieval

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