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		Frequently Asked Questions on History Age of Reason American Exceptionalism Ancient Babylon What is the history of Babylon? - Recent conflicts are just the latest in the long history of the region. Discover how its past is influencing the future. Ancient Egypt How were the pyramids of Egypt constructed? - Who constructed the pyramids? Why were they constructed? What are the spiritual aspects of these intricate ancient structures? Why were the mummies of Egypt so important to its people? - How were the mummies of Egypt prepared? Where were the mummies of Egypt laid to rest? What was the significance? Ancient Mesopotamia Ancient Pompeii Ancient Rome Julius Caesar History – What are the major points of History? - Julius Caesar was many things to many people. He was a solder, political leader, emperor, and even a god. Who were the Ancient Roman Gladiators? - The life of a gladiator was much different than movies would portray. Discover what drove these men, and sometimes women, to fight to the death. Aztec Civilization What are the main events in Aztec history? - Learn the basic facts of this civilization’s history. What are the main events that have shaped their history? What is the Aztec empire? - Learn about Tenochtitlan, the capitol of this empire. What’s the significance of this city? Learn the history of his civilization. What was the Aztec Warrior like? - Learn how young boys learned to fight and become mighty warriors. Military service was highly revered in the culture. What were the basic aspects of the Aztec culture - Learn important aspects of this culture and civilization. Discover facts about music, dances, art, and religion of the time. Aztec Gods What do we know about the Aztec capitol Tenochtitlan? - Learn about this capitol city of the ancient Aztecs. What is it known for and what have we learned from excavations? Who was Huitzilopochtli? - Learn about this god who was the chief god of the ancient Aztecs. He was the god of war. Who was the Aztec god Tezcatlipoca? - This god was considered the god of magic and darkness. Consider his powers and appearance as believed by the ancient Aztecs. Who was Tlaloc? - Learn about this god of rain, fertility, and lightening. How could the ancient Aztecs appease this god? Christopher Columbus Christopher Columbus and Discovery of the New World - What went into Columbus' discovery of the New World? Where did he think he was? Where was he really? Christopher Columbus and How America Got its Name - How did America get her name? Did Columbus name her? Who did? Why America and not Columbia? Christopher Columbus – His Spiritual Foundation - Read a letter Columbus wrote to the King and Queen. What did he reflect upon during his writing? Christopher Columbus Video Colonial America Video Colonial Life In America Constitutional Rights Video Declaration of Independence Declaration of Independence – Quotes from the Founders - Did the drafters of the Declaration mince words when defending the document? What did they say? Declaration of Independence – Returning God to Government - Why did these humble men declaring true life, liberty, and meaningful pursuit can only exist through the Creator? Declaration of Independence – The Fourth of July - What premise is the Declaration of Independence built upon? What is the consistent theme? Egyptian Gods Did the ancient Egyptians believe in an afterlife? - Learn about the beliefs of afterlife, including burial, tombs, and activities of the deceased. Discover the belief system of two souls. Was religion a major part of everyday life in ancient Egypt? - How important was religion in the daily lives of the ancient Egyptians? Learn how priests entered the temple and why. Were the ancient Egyptian Pharaohs worshipped as gods? - Were they worshipped as gods? How did the people relate to these leaders? How did they influence the culture? What is the history of ancient Egyptian religion? - Learn about Re, Osiris, Ptah, Geb, and many more gods. How were these gods involved in the everyday life of the Egyptians? Who did the people of ancient Egypt worship? - Learn about the religious belief of polytheism, as well as what we have learned about religion from the pyramids. George Washington Video Gettysburg Address Greek Gods Did the ancient Greeks believe in after life? - Did they believe in an afterlife? If so, how did this affect the way they lived their lives and buried their dead? How many gods were in the Greek pantheon? - Who was included? Learn more about Zeus, Hera, Aphrodite, Eros, Hermes, and more. What did they rule and how were they presented? Were the ancient Greek gods and goddesses based on real people? - Were these revered figures based on real people or were they merely an imagined existence? Study the facts and opinions. What were the names of the all the Greek gods and goddesses? - Learn more about Zeus, Aphrodite, Eros, Dionysos, Artemis, Hephaistos, Hera, Persephone, Demeter, Hermes, Poseidon, Ares, Athena, Hestia, and more. Historical Primary Sources Video History What is rugged Individualism? - Where did this term originate in relation to the American frontier culture? Find out here. History of Ancient Israel History of the Middle East – What is the connection between Israel’s history and the tensions in the Middle East? - Can there be an end to the turmoil in the Middle East? Can history teach us the way to peace? Discover the truth for yourself. Israel History – What are the key events? - Key events in the history of Israel reflect God’s guiding hand, not only in the lives of the Jewish people, but of all mankind. What is the relationship between secular history and the history of biblical Israel? - In Israel, secular and biblical histories do not run parallel; they overlap. Discover what this means for the future of Israel. Why is the history of Israel so important to our world today? - Do the events unfolding in the Middle East confuse you? Why is there so much violence? Learn what these events mean to your life. History of Ancient Israel Video History of Black Death History of Harvard History of the Christmas Tree History of Yale Holocaust Remembrance Day In God We Trust Indus Valley Josephus How reliable is Josephus' work? - Can this Jewish historian's work be trusted? Can we claim it as dependable and a good source of history? Josephus and Christ-Did Josephus ever mention Jesus? - Did this Jewish historian write about Jesus and biblical events? Read excerpts of his writings regarding biblical topics. What was Flavius Josephus' original Hebrew name? What is his history? - Learn more about the life of this Jewish historian. What does his name mean? Who influenced his life? What works did the Jewish historian Josephus write? - Learn about the works of this great author: The Jewish War, The Jewish Antiquities, Life, and Against Apion. Life During the Great Depression Life of George Washington George Washington and His Family - What was George Washington’s Family like? - Was he a family man? What were the major events in the life of the Washingtons? Learn about this famous first family. George Washington as a military leader – What shaped his service? - What influence did he have and what shaped his service for his country? What type of leader was he? Was George Washington a Christian? - What part did faith play in the life of this first President? Did faith influence his decision making? Why was George Washington the first President? - How did he receive this post? Was he voted into office? Why was he chosen? Study the answer here. More FAQ's >



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