The Parthenon Marbles Controversy

<p>Dear Classical Wisdom Reader,</p><p>It's one of the major controversies in the world of antiquities…</p><p>But how well do <em>you </em>know the story of the Parthenon Marbles?</p><p>Famously taken from the Parthenon by Lord Elgin, they have been the center of controversy and debate for over 200 years…</p><p>Members can check out our exclusive article looking at the history of the Parthenon Marbles, Lord Elgin, and how the consequences of his actions are still felt today.</p><p><em>Not a Member? Sign up today to support the Classics and unlock ALL of our resources, including exclusive podcasts, in-depth articles, and more.</em></p><p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/subscribe"><span>Become A Member</span></a></p><p>Now, it’s time once more for the <em>Weekly Wisdom Quiz</em>!</p><p>As always, all questions are based on resources published this week on Classical Wisdom. A full roundup is available just below, in case you want to revisit anything, or if you missed something first time round.</p><p>So let’s get to it!</p><div><hr></div><p><strong>1. During whose leadership was the Parthenon originally constructed?</strong></p><p>a) Pericles<br>b) Cleisthenes<br>c) Solon<br>d) Themistocles</p><p><strong>2. Which philosopher said, “Difficulties are the things that show what men are.”?</strong></p><p>a) Marcus Aurelius<br>b) Socrates<br>c) Epictetus<br>d) Seneca</p><p><strong>3. Which ancient civilization was the first to make jewellery from gold?</strong></p><p>a) Romans<br>b) Greeks<br>c) Mesopotamians<br>d) Egyptians</p><p><strong>4. After his return to Britain, why did Lord Elgin eventually sell the Parthenon Marbles?</strong></p><p>a) Parliament ordered him to surrender them<br>b) Financial difficulties left him heavily in debt<br>c) He believed they belonged in a museum<br>d) He wished to donate them to Greece</p><p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-parthenon-marbles-controversy?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=share&amp;action=share"><span>Share</span></a></p><p><strong>5. Seneca’s death was ordered by which Roman Emperor?</strong></p><p>a) Nero<br>b) Claudius<br>c) Caligula<br>d) Augustus</p><p><strong>6. When was gold coinage first developed?</strong></p><p>a) 1000 BC<br>b) 200 BC<br>c) 500 BC<br>d) 700 BC</p><p><strong>7. Who created the colossal statue of Athena Parthenos that once stood inside the Parthenon?</strong></p><p>a) Polykleitos<br>b) Praxiteles<br>c) Phidias<br>d) Lysippos</p><p><strong>8. How did gold contribute to the sack of Rome?</strong></p><p>a) Gold had no role in the sack of Rome<br>b) Large amounts of plundered gold led to it decreasing in value, causing instability<br>c) The city’s opulence made it a target for sacking<br>d) The Emperor failed to pay his soldiers, leaving the city vulnerable</p><div><hr></div><div><div><div><p><strong>Unlock the Wisdom!</strong> Become a Member to unlock all of our resources, never miss an article, and master the Weekly Wisdom Quiz!</p></div><div><div></div><div></div></div></div></div><div><hr></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/%24s_!a28f!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F31ce6ec9-d102-4a83-9611-2860d9c8e79b_1279x260.png" width="1279" height="260" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/would-you-run"></a></figure></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/%24s_!oT77!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4584e5f7-eb00-422c-836b-43f354e4c7f5_1279x261.png" width="1279" height="261" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/america-at-250-can-a-republic-be"></a></figure></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/%24s_!i9_B!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8686cc13-ffeb-4b42-9270-073ab649bbdc_1279x247.png" width="1279" height="247" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/did-athena-curse-lord-elgin"></a></figure></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/%24s_!wDjL!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb41aaf25-cab2-46ef-b1d0-fa3054882160_1279x260.png" width="1279" height="260" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/tears-of-the-sun"></a></figure></div><h3>Answers</h3><ol><li><p><strong>A) Pericles</strong> (<em>The Story Behind the Parthenon Marbles</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C) Epictetus</strong> (<em>Would You Run? The Stoic Test of Character</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>D) Egyptians</strong> (<em>Tears of the Sun</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>B) Financial difficulties left him heavily in debt</strong> (<em>The Story Behind the Parthenon Marbles</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>A) Nero</strong> (<em>Would You Run? The Stoic Test of Character</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>D) 700 BC</strong> (<em>Tears of the Sun</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C) Phidias</strong> (<em>The Story Behind the Parthenon Marbles</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>B) Large amounts of plundered gold led to it decreasing in value, causing instability</strong> (<em>Tears of the Sun</em>)</p></li></ol><h3>The Wisdom Scale 🏛️</h3><p><strong>0 - 2 correct: 📜 Curious Student</strong><br>You’ve opened the scrolls and joined the debate in the Agora. Not yet a master, but you’re asking the right questions.</p><p><strong>3 - 4 correct: 🏛️ Rising Thinker</strong><br>With wisdom and wit, you can now spar with sophists and keep your balance on the philosophical tightrope. Socrates would be proud (probably).</p><p><strong>5 - 6 correct: 🔥 Keeper of the Lamp</strong><br>You carry the flame of knowledge through dark times, guiding others with reason and a dash of daring.</p><p><strong>7 - 8 correct: 🌞 Philosopher Supreme</strong><br>You’ve reached the heights, standing with Plato, Seneca, and Hypatia, basking in the bright clarity of truth. Truly a master of wisdom.</p><p>So, how did it go? Let us know in the comments below!</p><p>All the best,</p><p>Sean Kelly</p><p>Managing Editor</p><p>Classical Wisdom</p> <p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-parthenon-marbles-controversy" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/1wSbMr8 / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>