Video Notes: Political Alliances, Dowries, and Sacred Objects in the Trojan Context

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms related to political marriages, wealth offerings, and ritual items discussed in the lecture notes.

Dowry

Wealth or property brought by a bride to her husband at marriage; used here to secure alliances.

Daughters offered as brides (political marriages)

Three daughters could be chosen by a suitor to form an alliance; selection occurs freely without persuasion.

Alliance

A political union between kingdoms for mutual benefit, often strengthened by marriage.

Helen

The woman from Troy whose fate is discussed after Troy is taken; her presence motivates alliances and conflict.

Troy

City that is defeated; the context for marriage offers and alliances described in the notes.

Award-winning horses

High-quality horses described as prize-winning; symbol of wealth and potential military or diplomatic advantage.

Agricultural wealth

Wealth from land: grass-rich meadows, vine-clad slopes, cattle, and sheep.

Tripod

Three-legged stand used to hold a cauldron over a fire, typically for cooking or sacrifices.

Cauldron

Large cooking pot used for heating food and for ritual sacrifices.

Gold

Wealth in the form of gold; here refers to ten pieces of gold offered as part of the exchange.

Epic feast

A grand ceremonial meal often paired with ritual activities or sacrifices.

Ritual sacrifice

A religious offering performed to honor or appease the gods.

Hades

God of death; described in the notes as completely unyielding.

Unyielding

Not giving in or yielding; stubborn or inflexible.