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Why were these three kingdoms called Hellenistic?
The term "Hellenistic" refers to the period following the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE when his vast empire was divided among his generals, known as the Diadochi. The three main kingdoms that emerged from this division were the Seleucid Empire in Asia, the Ptolemaic Kingdom in Egypt, and the Antigonid Kingdom in Macedon and Greece. These kingdoms were called Hellenistic because they adopted and spread Greek culture, language, and customs throughout their territories, blending them with local traditions to create a unique hybrid culture.
Why did the Persian Empire decline?
It was progressively swallowed up by Alexander the Great, and on his death was divided up between his generals into the Hellenistic Kingdoms and given a veneer of Greek culture.
What is Hellenistic-?
Hellenistic is derived from the Greek's own, self described name "Hellens" so it just means Greek. It is mostly used to describe Ancient Greek History and Culture. They both allowed males to vote.
What was the Hellenistic civilization why was the Hellenistic civilization important?
Hellenistic culture is the blend of Greek, Middle Eastern and Asian cultures. The significance is that this blend happened after Alexander conquered the empires and countries listed above for the first time in history.
When Alexander the Great conquered the Persian Empire how did Greek culture get spread throughout it?
Alexander consciously set out to Hellenise it. He established a hundred cities in the Greek tradition (most named Alexandria) as centres of Greek-style culture, with gymnasia, temples, architecture etc and citizenship rules. He married his generals to Persian women and brought the Persian aristocracy into his armies. Greek became the lingua franca of commerce. This provided a veneer of Greek civilisation which lasted until the collapse of the Hellenistic kingdoms established by his successors and the encroachment of Islamic culture.
