Entity: ALEXANDER-THE-GREAT-
Alexander the Great was a king of Macedonia who conquered Greek city-states and the Persian empire from Asia Minor to India. The name Alexander means 'one who comes to save warriors' and was popularized through military conquests.
ALEXANDER-THE-GREAT-
Etymology
The name Alexander was one of the epithets given to the Greek goddess Hera, meaning 'one who comes to save warriors'.
Definition
Alexander the Great was a king of Macedonia who conquered Greek city-states and the Persian empire from Asia Minor to India. He is known for spreading Greek culture through his conquests.
Historical Context
Alexander the Great ruled from 336-323 BC and is considered one of history's greatest military leaders. His conquests reshaped the political and cultural landscape of the ancient world.
Cultural Significance
Alexander's legacy as a military conqueror and cultural influencer has had a lasting impact on Western civilization. He founded the city of Alexandria and his reign marked the spread of Hellenistic culture.
Related Concepts
- Greek mythology
- Military conquests
- Hellenistic culture
See Also
- Alexander the Great - Wikipedia
- Alexander the Great Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com
- [Alexander the Great - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com)
A legendary king of Macedonia known for his military conquests and the spread of Greek culture.