The Gladiators
Posted by MRL on Oct 22nd 2020
Gladiators: Spartacus
The Rise and Fall of Spartacus
Spartacus marble 1830 Mus'ee du Louvre
Although there is some speculation as to where Spartacus originated from, the general consensus amongst experts is that he was a Thracian from the northeastern part of Greece. Some historians claim he was an auxiliary in the Roman army who deserted before being captured and sold into slavery. Other historians claim he was just captured by the Rom...
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The Ancient World- Greece
Posted by MRL on Oct 21st 2020
Greece – Culture, Politics and War
The evolution of the political system in ancient Greece was closely mimicked by the evolution of war itself. When most people think of ancient Greece they think of their philosophy, theater, democracy, the hoplite soldier and so on. What most don’t realize, however, is this view of ancient Greece only applies to a certain period: the Classical Age of Greece. The Classical Age is when Greek influen...
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Historical Figures
Posted by MRL on Sep 14th 2020
John DeeJohn Dee (1527-1609) and Edward Kelley developed a language, supposedly dictated by angels during their scrying sessions. Named after Enoch, the Biblical figure who 'walked with God', the Enochian system is said to be the tongue of the angels, and capable of controlling them. It has become the basis of many occult rituals and activities. Below is Dees' Seal the Sigilum Aemeth (The Seal of God; TRUTH) For many years Dee attempted to contac...
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