Minoan Religion, Art, and Troy Archaeology Overview

What animal is significant in Minoan religion?

The bull is considered sacred.

What does the presence of more female figurines than male suggest in Minoan culture?

It may indicate a matriarchal aspect or the importance of women in their society.

What is a paradox regarding snakes in Minoan religion?

There are few snakes in Crete, yet they are depicted in Minoan art.

What type of worship spaces did the Minoans prefer?

Outdoor worship in grottos, caves, and mountaintop sanctuaries rather than giant indoor temples.

What is a Labrys in Minoan culture?

The Minoan double axe, often associated with religious rituals.

Name one of the Minoan sanctuaries.

Ideon Cave, Psychro Cave, Eileithyia Cave, or Petsofa.

What is the significance of the Phaistos Disc?

It features Minoan hieroglyphs and dates back to 1900-1700 BCE.

What is the time period of the Linear A tablet?

1450 BCE.

Who were the main gods associated with the Trojan War?

Zeus, Hera, Athena, Aphrodite, and Eris

Who was King Priam?

The king of Troy during the Trojan War.

Name a Greek hero from the Trojan War.

Achilles, Odysseus, or Agamemnon.

What is Heinrich Schliemann known for?

He excavated Hissarlik, believed to be the site of ancient Troy.

What is the time frame for Troy VI?

1750 BCE - 1300 BCE.

What is the significance of the Giant Diadem with Pendants?

It is part of 'King Priam's Collection' and dates back to c. 2500 BCE - 2300 BCE.

What does the term 'Akrotiri' refer to?

A site on Thera (Santorini) known for its well-preserved frescoes and artifacts.

What is depicted in the 'Young Girl Gathering Saffron Crocus Flowers' fresco?

A young girl depicted in a fresco from Akrotiri, Thera, before 1630 BCE.

What does the term 'Minoan hieroglyphs' refer to?

The writing system used in Minoan Crete, exemplified by the Phaistos Disc.

What is the time period for the 'Spring Fresco' from Akrotiri?

Before 1630 BCE.