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The ancient Greeks believed that they looked (and acted) like ordinary men and women. But with the exception of the god Hephaistos they were usually depicted with beautiful and flawless faces and bodies.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 11y agoThey looked like the stereotypical Mediterranean people. Short, in relation to northern clans, white skin, brown curly hair and brown eyes. However, people from northern Greece (for example Macedonia) were blondes with blue or green eyes, and people from south (for example Crete) were darker.
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∙ 14y agoThe gods and goddesses could look however they desired. They could be ugly like Hephaestus or sexy like Aphrodite.
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What does the ancient Greece trophies look like in pictures?
they look like symbols
Ancient Greece mountains?
A large part of Greece is covered by mountains. Mount Olympus in Greece is famous as the 'home' of the ancient Greeks' gods and as the place that gave the Olympic Games its name.
Why did the Greeks want to look like the gods?
because they wanted the gods to be pleased,and let them know that they honor them.Elaborated AnswerThe ancient Greeks believed that the gods and goddesses were the most beautiful being, therefore, they wanted to be like then. It is always true what is above.
What are modern day examples from ancient Greece?
Most likely you will have state, federal or local government buildings in your area. If you look at the building ( in most cases) you will see items related to ancient Greece. There usually is a portal, ironic columns, and the building is made or covered to have the look of marble or stone. Much of Washington DC is designed to look like buildings from ancient Greece since Greece was the home of the first democracy. Take your pick of the Jefferson memorial, the Lincoln memorial or the White House to see this "federalist" sytle.
Compare and contrast ancient Greece and modern America?
Ancient Greece had much less technology, and their democracy (direct democracy) is very different from the current Greek democracy. Also, Ancient Greece believed in Greek gods and that they caused natural disasters, while today Greece has scientific explanations for natural events. There are many other differences. You should search this on Google.
What does the ancient Greece trophies look like in pictures?
they look like symbols
Ancient Greece mountains?
A large part of Greece is covered by mountains. Mount Olympus in Greece is famous as the 'home' of the ancient Greeks' gods and as the place that gave the Olympic Games its name.
What did the home of a craftsman in Ancient Greece look like?
you'd like to know, woudn't you?
What does a house look like in ancient Greece?
well look it in the google images and if you don't get it over there then you can get it from you jyhdnndhh
What did Erebus look like?
Erebus in Greek myth does not have a surviving artistic rendering from ancient Greece.
What jobs were in ancient Greece?
look in the book "The Ancient Greeks For DUMMIES"
Why did Egyptians look like a cat?
They did not. Egyptians, both ancient and modern, look like people. The ancient Egyptians did believe some of their gods looked like people with cat's heads... But of course there was no basis in fact for that.
Why did ancient Greeks look after the gods?
It was a mutual contract - give the gods due honour and hope they will look after you in exchange.
What does the greek god Erebus look like?
Erebus in Greek myth does not have a surviving artistic rendering from ancient Greece.
How tall is the sphinx of ancient Greece?
Sorry. The Sphinx is from ancient Egypt. Look it up on Wikipedia.
Why did the Greeks want to look like the gods?
because they wanted the gods to be pleased,and let them know that they honor them.Elaborated AnswerThe ancient Greeks believed that the gods and goddesses were the most beautiful being, therefore, they wanted to be like then. It is always true what is above.
What does Erebus the God of darkness and shadow look like?
Erebus does not have a surviving artistic rendering from ancient Greece. He was only the personification of darkness.
