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ANCIENT GREECE GOLDEN AGE & RELIGIOUS BELIEFS 6-2 Golden Age of Athens – – – – Years Sources of Wealth Leader Famous structure Religion – type – gods’ characteristics – how they explained natural events – Oracle of Delphi The Golden Age of Athens Period from 479-431 B.C. Sources of Wealth Trade Silver Tribute Pericles Powerful Athenian politician Supported democracy Parthenon Built under Pericles Built in the 5th century BC on the acropolis of Athens. It is considered the most famous surviving building of ancient Greece, and has been praised as the finest achievement of Greek architecture. Its decorative sculptures are considered one of the high points of Greek art. The Parthenon is an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece and of Athenian democracy. It is regarded as one of the world's greatest cultural monuments. Parthenon Religious Beliefs Greek gods and goddesses 12 great gods led by Zeus Polytheism Greek gods had human characteristics One god was honored by each city-state Greeks used religion to explain natural events The Oracles Sacred sites where gods “spoke” Heads of state often sought advice there Delphi THE END