Pre-History and Ancient Egypt Flashcards
According to Yosef Garfinkel, what was the function of dance in ancient societies?
theatrical fine art, entertainment, religious, propaganda, means of social cohesion
What was early ritual dance like?
agriculturally based
very simple
Why did people in pre-historic communities dance?
rituals influence nature aquire a mate insure successful hunt ask the gods a favor banish evil spirits
How did the role of priest/dancer come about?
they were the first choreographers
Who danced in ancient Egypt?
Predominantly young and wealthy people
Were there animal dances in ancient Egypt?
Yes
What did Ancient Egyptian dancers wear?
They wore ribbons, skirts, bands across their chests
Who were the Minoans?
Highly developed civilization names after King Minos. Monarchy. Economy based on trade. Took slaves from Athens.
Who did they worship?
Female deities:
The snake goddess
The goddess of vegetation
The mistress of animals and mountains
Did they take slaves?
Yes
Did they perform blood sacrifices?
Yes, human and animal
What happened to the civilization?
Mysterious collapse. Possibly caused by natural disasters, climate change, invaded by the Mycenaeans
Who conquered them?
The Mycenaeans
