CLA237H5 Study Guide - Final Guide: Stoicism, Philosophy Of Science, Lyric Poetry
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One of the oldest known greek epic poets. Nothing definite is known about him (birth, life, death) Homeric question: was there actually a homer or was it a group of people. Famous works illiad and odyssey which kind of depicted greek bronze age and may have preserved fragments of mycenaean past. (homeric society) [controversial] He is important because it gives readers a more in depth analysis on the greeks. Shows readers the attitudes and beliefs of greeks during homers time which also lets us understand greek morals and values. Legendary or historical? (based on plutarch"s life of lycurgus) Creator of the constitution of sparta (a lawgiver) He is an important historical figure as it gives readers an insight into his morals and his action of establishing a military-oriented reformation unto the spartans. He is often referred to by many ancient historians, specifically plato. Greek hero-king of sparta who was believed to be a descendant of heracles.
