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5656560219JunziIn Confucian religion, meaning "superior man"0
5656569690Mandate of HeavenThe justification used to explain the decline of existing dynasty and rise of new dynasty in Chinese culture. Theorized to be created by the Zhou dynasty. Explained the rulers lost ________________ if ruler acted inappropriately. For example, it was said that one emperor lost his ________________ for cooking his enemies and eating them, though this is most likely emphasized in some way.1
5688962151Peloponnesian WarA war between Athens and Spartans2
5705936217BrahminsGods and kings of Hindu caste system (mouth)3
5705946427KgkshatriyasWarriors of Hindu caste system (arms)4
5705956839VaisyasMerchants and artisans of Hindu caste system (thighs)5
5705967006SudrasLaborers and farmers of Hindu caste system (feet)6
5705977909DharmaOne destiny, role of life in Hindu religion. Relates to caste7
5705993058ReincarnationIf fulfilled dharma, reborn into higher caste8
5706004853MokshaThe release of reincarnation9
5706013073The Four Noble Truths1. All life is suffering 2. Source of suffering is desire 3. To stop suffering, no desire 4. Follow eightfold path10
5706040147SarissasLong spears used in Alexander the Great's army11
5706058949PatriciansThe wealthy or warriors in the Roman Empire12
5706082312PlebeiansEveryone who is not wealthy or a warrior in the Roman Empire13

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