archaic sanctuaries of olympia and delphi Flashcards
1
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what was the temenos?
A
the sacred place the diety was worshipped
2
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what was inside the temenos?
A
an alter and area for sacrifices and ritual
3
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what were early temples made of?
A
mud brick and timber, sometimes on a stone foundation
4
Q
when did evidence of monumental temples begin?
A
the beginning of the 7th century BCE
5
Q
what were monumental temples made of?
A
marble and stone
6
Q
what was an ancient greek sanctuary for?
A
it was a sacred space reserved for the worship of a deity by his or her followers
7
Q
what did sanctuaries feature?
A
small place with only a simple altar or shrine
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