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1 day ago · A term for universe among the ancient Greek philosophers from Pythagoras onwards was τὸ πᾶν (tò pân) 'the all', defined as all matter and all space, and τὸ ὅλον (tò hólon) 'all things', which did not necessarily include the void. Another synonym was ὁ κόσμος (ho kósmos) meaning 'the world, the cosmos'.
4 hours ago · The word “Nike” is derived from the Greek language and is commonly translated as “victory.”. In the context of the Bible, Nike is used symbolically to represent triumph, success, and overcoming challenges through faith and perseverance. The concept of Nike is often associated with spiritual warfare and the ultimate victory of good over ...
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1 day ago · Ali Pasha, or Ali Pasha of Tepelena ( Albanian: Ali Tepelena; 1740 – January 24, 1822), commonly known as Ali Pasha of Ioannina, was an Albanian ruler who served as Ottoman pasha of the Pashalik of Yanina, a large part of western Rumelia. Under his rule, it acquired a high degree of autonomy and even managed to stay de facto independent.
4 hours ago · In the Greek tradition, it is related to the vision and practice of _Eudaimonia_. The Good Life has been nurtured in many different cultures, religions, and philosophies of the world. In Indic traditions, _Purusartha_ (ends and excellences of life) consisting of _Dharma_ (right conduct), _Artha_ (wealth and meaning), _Kama_ (desire), and ...
1 day ago · Pre-Islamic Arabia. Pre-Islamic Arabia ( Arabic: شبه الجزيرة العربية قبل الإسلام ), [1] referring to the Arabian Peninsula before Muhammad's first revelation in 610 CE, is referred to in Islam in the context of jahiliyyah ( lit. 'ignorance/stupidity' ), highlighting the prevalence of paganism throughout the region at ...
4 hours ago · Former President Donald Trump appears at Manhattan criminal court, April 16, 2024, in New York. The testimony in Donald Trump's hush money trial is all wrapped up after more than four weeks and nearly two dozen witnesses, meaning the case heads into the pivotal final stretch of closing arguments, jury deliberations and possibly a verdict.
