ela Flashcards

(7 cards)

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what is xenia

A

Greek value of hospitality

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what is arete

A

excellence in skills, intelligence, and strength (proven in battle mostly)

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what is kleos

A

fame on the lips of men, earned thro heroic actions

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4
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what is metis

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cleverness, strategy, intelligence in problem-solving

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5
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what is nostos

A

homecoming or return

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6
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what is oikos

A

the primary unit of Homeric culture, hierarchy of the family

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7
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what is philos

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family and friendship (ties and obligations)

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